Metals, Non Metals, Metalloids

Front

What property do argon, krypton, and xenon share as non-metals?

Back

They are poor conductors of electricity.

Front

What is a characteristic that is NOT typical of most metals?

Back

Brittle.

Front

Where are metals typically located on the Periodic Table?

Back

On the left to middle.

Front

What is a common property of metals regarding heat conduction?

Back

Metals are good conductors of heat.

Front

What does it mean for a metal to be malleable?

Back

It can be hammered or rolled into thin sheets.

Front

What is the general state of non-metals at room temperature?

Back

They can be gases, liquids, or solids, but many are gases.

Front

What is a key difference between metals and non-metals in terms of conductivity?

Back

Metals are good conductors of electricity, while non-metals are poor conductors.

Front

What is the term for elements that have properties of both metals and non-metals?

Back

Metalloids.

Front

Which group of elements typically has high melting and boiling points?

Back

Metals.

Front

What is a common use of metals due to their conductivity?

Back

They are used in electrical wiring.