Q28 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2020 (14 Sep Shift 2) · Chemistry

Which element does not exist in elemental state in the earth's crust?

  • A
    C
  • B
    S
  • Correct answer
    C
    Fe
  • D
    Au

Solution

Out of given four elements C, S, Fe and $\mathrm{Au}$, the non-metals $\mathrm{C}$ and $\mathrm{S}$ exist in elemental form as allotropes. $\mathrm{Au}$ is a less active metal. It also exists in nature as elemental form, called nugget. Fe is an electropositive metal. So, it exists in earth's crust in combined state (compounds), e.g. $\mathrm{Fe}_2 \mathrm{O}_3, \mathrm{Fe}_3 \mathrm{O}_4, \mathrm{FeS}_2$ etc.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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