Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids

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What is an element?

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A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What does it mean if a chemical formula has more than one capital letter?

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It represents a compound.

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What are metalloids?

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Elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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Where are metalloids located on the Periodic Table?

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On the stairsteps between metals and nonmetals.

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What is a metal?

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A type of element that is typically shiny, conducts heat and electricity, and can be shaped.

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What is a nonmetal?

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An element that typically lacks the properties of metals, often dull and poor conductors of heat and electricity.

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Give an example of a metal.

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Iron (Fe) is an example of a metal.

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Give an example of a nonmetal.

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Oxygen (O) is an example of a nonmetal.

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What is the atomic symbol for gold?

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Au.

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What is the atomic symbol for boron?

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B.