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Which of the following is not a general physical property of metals? (Excludes mercury.)

A. High electrical conductivity
B. Malleability
C. Low melting point
D. High thermal conductivity
E. Ductility

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Final answer:

The general physical property of metals not represented in the choices is C. Low melting point, as metals often have high melting points, although there are some exceptions.

Step-by-step explanation:

The general physical property of metals not represented in the choices is C. Low melting point. Metals are typically known to have high thermal and electrical conductivity, and they are both malleable and ductile, allowing them to be deformed into thin wires or sheets without breaking. While most metals do have high melting points, not all metals have low melting points, which makes this option incorrect as a general property of metals. In fact, metals like tungsten have extremely high melting points.

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