Metals, Non-Metals & Metalloids

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What is a property of metals?

Back

Metals are malleable, meaning they can be shaped or bent without breaking.

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Which element is classified as a metal?

Back

Manganese is classified as a metal.

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What elements can have the characteristic of luster (shiny)?

Back

Both metals and metalloids can have luster.

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If a substance is magnetic, what is it most likely?

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It is most likely a metal.

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What does the term 'luster' refer to?

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Luster refers to the way a surface appears when it reflects light.

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What are non-metals?

Back

Non-metals are elements that typically lack the properties of metals, such as conductivity and malleability.

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What is a metalloid?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and non-metals.

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Give an example of a non-metal.

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An example of a non-metal is sulfur.

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What is conductivity?

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Conductivity is the ability of a material to conduct electricity or heat.

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What is malleability?

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Malleability is the ability of a substance to be shaped or deformed without breaking.