Metals, Semi-Metals & Non-Metals Quiz

Which metal is in a liquid form at room temperature?

• Mercury

• Iron

• Aluminum

• Copper

What does it mean for a metal to be ductile?

• It is a good insulator

• It is brittle

• It conducts electricity

• It can be drawn out into thin wires

Which semi-metal is used to make microchips?

• Boron

• Silicon

• Arsenic

• Mercury

What is the main property of non-metals?

• They are brittle and can be crushed into powder

• They conduct heat and electricity

• They are shiny and have high melting points

• They are good conductors of heat

Which non-metal is used to make gunpowder?

• Phosphorus

• Oxygen

• Sulfur

• Carbon

What are noble gases used for?

• To conduct heat

• To make microchips

• To produce electricity

• To make colourful night lights

What is the main property of metals?

• They are brittle

• They do not conduct heat or electricity

• They are used to make microchips

• They are shiny and have high melting points

Which metal makes brass when mixed with zinc?

• Copper

• Aluminum

• Mercury

• Iron

What is the main property of semi-metals?

• They are malleable

• They make excellent semi-conductors

• They conduct electricity

• They are shiny and have high melting points

Which non-metal is an important ingredient of fuels and plastics?

• Carbon

• Sulfur

• Phosphorus

• Oxygen