Previous year MCQs

General science UPPSC 1995 GS-I
Question

Which of the following is an element?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Diamond

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Diamond”.
Diamond is an element composed entirely of carbon atoms.

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