Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids

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What are the characteristics of metals?

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Metals are shiny, good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable (can be hammered into thin sheets), and ductile (can be drawn into wires).

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What is manganese classified as?

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Manganese is classified as a metal because it is shiny, conducts heat and electricity, and can be hammered into thin sheets.

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What do we call elements that are shiny and conduct electricity and heat?

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These elements are called metals.

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What properties do metalloids have?

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Metalloids have properties that are a combination of both metals and nonmetals.

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What are the common properties of copper?

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Copper is known for its high conductivity, high malleability, and high luster.

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Define nonmetals.

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Nonmetals are elements that are generally poor conductors of heat and electricity, and they are not shiny.

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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals?

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Metals are typically shiny, good conductors, and malleable, while nonmetals are dull, poor conductors, and brittle.

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Give an example of a metalloid.

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An example of a metalloid is silicon, which has properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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What is ductility?

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Ductility is the ability of a material to be stretched into a wire.

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What is malleability?

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Malleability is the ability of a material to be hammered or rolled into thin sheets.