Q1 QSE Review-6th Grade Science

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What are the properties of elements in the shaded area of the periodic table?

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Shiny and brittle.

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What is the difference between a mixture and a solution?

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A mixture is a combination of two or more substances that retain their individual properties, while a solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance is dissolved in another.

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What common property do nonmetals share?

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Poor conductor of electricity.

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How can you identify a mixture?

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A mixture can be identified by the presence of two or more substances that can be separated by physical means.

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What is a solution?

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A solution is a homogeneous mixture where one substance (the solute) is dissolved in another (the solvent).

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What is a metalloid?

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A metalloid is an element that has properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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What is a physical characteristic of a metalloid?

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Semi-conductor.

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What are good conductors of electricity?

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Metals are generally good conductors of electricity.

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What are insulators?

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Insulators are materials that do not conduct electricity well.

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What is malleability?

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Malleability is the ability of a material to be shaped or bent without breaking.