Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids

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What is a metal?

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A metal is a shiny, good conductor of heat and electricity, malleable, and ductile.

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What is a nonmetal?

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A nonmetal is a substance that is usually dull, poor conductor of heat and electricity, and brittle.

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What is a metalloid?

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A metalloid is a substance that has properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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What does malleable mean?

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Malleable means a material can be hammered or pressed into shapes without breaking.

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What does ductile mean?

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Ductile means a material can be stretched into a wire.

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What does brittle mean?

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Brittle describes a substance that breaks apart easily and is weak and fragile.

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Where are metals located on the periodic table?

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Metals are mostly found on the left side of the periodic table.

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Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

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Nonmetals are mostly found on the right side of the periodic table.

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Where are metalloids located on the periodic table?

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Metalloids are located on the stairsteps of the periodic table.

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What is conductivity?

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