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Q · Indus Valley CivilizationMedium · 45s
Which metal was unknown to the Harappans?
TopicIndus Valley Civilization
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Harappan civilization is considered a Bronze Age civilization, meaning they were familiar with metals like copper, bronze, gold, and silver, but not iron.
Final Answer: Option D - Iron