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  1. The lustre of the metals is because of

  2. A.

     High density, due to closed packing of atoms

    B.

     High polish

    C.

     Reflection of light due to the presence of free electrons

    D.

     Absorption of light due to the presence of cavities

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    Answer : Option C

    Explanation :

    Lustre (or luster) is the way light interacts with the surface of a crystal, rock, or mineral. The word traces its origins back to the latin lux, meaning “light”, and generally implies radiance, gloss, or brilliance. Metals in general have high electrical conductivity, high thermal conductivity, and high density. Typically they are malleable and ductile, deforming under stress without cleaving. In terms of optical properties, metals are shiny and lustrous. Sheets of metal beyond a few micrometres in thickness appear opaque, but gold leaf transmits green light. Metallic (or splendant) minerals have the lustre of polished metal, and with ideal surfaces will work as a reflective surface. Examples include galena, pyrite and magnetite.


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