Uses of Non-metals
Chemistry ⇒ Metals and Non-metals
Uses of Non-metals starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one use of hydrogen as a non-metal.
Describe one use of non-metals in the medical field.
Explain how nitrogen is important for plant growth.
Explain why oxygen is important for combustion.
Name a non-metal that is used in the process of photosynthesis.
Name a non-metal that is used in the purification of water and swimming pools.
Name a non-metal that is used in the treatment of thyroid disorders.
Name one non-metal used in making antiseptic solutions.
(1) Carbon (2) Nitrogen (3) Oxygen (4) Sulphur
Which non-metal is used in making steel stronger?
(1) Carbon (2) Phosphorus (3) Oxygen (4) Nitrogen
Which non-metal is used in the manufacture of matchsticks?
(1) Carbon dioxide (2) Oxygen (3) Nitrogen (4) Sulphur dioxide
Which non-metallic oxide is used in fire extinguishers?
(1) Nitrogen (2) Oxygen (3) Carbon (4) Phosphorus
Which non-metal is used to fill electric bulbs to prevent filament burning?
Fill in the blank: ________ is a non-metal used in making batteries.
Fill in the blank: ________ is a non-metal used in making black gunpowder.
Fill in the blank: ________ is a non-metal used in making disinfectants and bleaches.
Fill in the blank: ________ is a non-metal used in making fertilizers and is a part of DNA.
Is carbon used as a fuel?
Is it true that non-metals are poor conductors of heat and electricity?
Is it true that non-metals are used in making dyes and paints?
Is it true that non-metals are used in making medicines?
