What does the term 'brittle' mean in relation to materials?
Metals and Nonmetals

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Brittle refers to a property of a substance that breaks easily in its solid state without significant deformation.
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What property describes how an object reflects light?
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Luster is the property that describes how an object reflects light.
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What does it mean if a metal is described as 'malleable'?
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Malleable means that a metal can be hammered into different shapes or rolled into flat sheets.
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What is ductility in terms of materials?
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Ductility is the ability of a material to be stretched into a wire without breaking.
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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals in terms of conductivity?
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Metals are generally good conductors of heat and electricity, while nonmetals are poor conductors.
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What is an example of a brittle material?
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Glass is an example of a brittle material that shatters when struck.
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How does temperature affect the conductivity of metals?
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As temperature increases, the conductivity of metals typically decreases due to increased atomic vibrations.
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