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WAEC Chemistry 2025 Objective — Question 39

Question 39 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The lustre of a metal is due to its

  • A. high density
  • B. refractive density
  • C. chemical inertness
  • D. free electronsCorrect

Explanation

The lustre of metals (their shiny appearance) is due to the free electrons in the metallic bond. These electrons can absorb and re-emit light, giving metals their characteristic shine.

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