Question

Q5.
Why are some metals formed in the earth's
crust in the free state and some others are
found in the form of their compound?​

Answer 1

The Earth's crust is the major source of metals. Some metals are found in the earth's crust in the free state, such as gold, silver, mercury etc. and some are found in the form of their compounds owing to their higher reactivity. Metals are also found in seawater in the form of many soluble salts.

Answer 2

Answer:

soluble salts.

Explanation:

The Earth's crust is the major source of metals. Some metals are found in the earth's crust in the free state, such as gold, silver, mercury etc. and some are found in the form of their compounds owing to their higher reactivity. Metals are also found in seawater in the form of many soluble salts.