Question

Which of the following contains carbon?

  1. Lignite
  2. Tin
  3. Silver
  4. Iron

Answer:

Option A: Lignite

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Lignite”.

Lignite is a type of coal and is composed primarily of carbon. It is a sedimentary rock formed from partially decomposed plant material. The other options, tin, silver, and iron, are metals and do not contain carbon.