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The metal first discovered by man is

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. iron
  2. copper
  3. aluminium
  4. gold

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: copper

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. copper šŸ“š Explanation: Copper was the first metal ever discovered and used by humans, starting around 8000 BCE in ancient civilizations. It marked the end of the Stone Age and the start of the Chalcolithic era. Its ease of extraction and soft nature allowed early people to make tools and ornaments. Copper was later mixed with tin to create bronze, leading to even greater technological advancements.