Properties of Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids

Match the word with its definition

• E. element

• 1. A characteristic that is observed or measured without changing the substance

• D. physical properties

• Elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals

• B. nonmetals

• 1. Elements that are typically dull, brittle, and poor conductors

• C. metalloids

• 1. Elements that are typically solid, shiny, malleable, and good conductors

• A. metals

• 1. A pure substance that is composed of the same type of atom throughout

Label each section of the periodic table

a

b

c

Nonmetals

Metalloids

Metals

Label each physical property correctly

a

b

c

conductivity

Luster

Malleable

A student was testing the physical properties of an unknown element in the lab. What three physical properties would be the most useful in determining the element’s identity, and how could he test them?

Where are rare Earth elements found on the Periodic Table, and what are they used for in our everyday lives?

Which statement is a physical property of sodium?

• It reacts vigorously in water

• It has an oxidation state of +1

• It is shiny

• It is not radioactive

What does luster mean?

• Breaks into pieces
• can be hammered into thin sheets
• No shine
• reflects light, shiny 

Mrs. Nordberg found an element that is  not malleable, not ductile, and has no luster.  What type of element can this be?

• Metalloid
• Nonmetal
• Metal
• Plasma

Which element is known for having a high luster and being a good conductor of electricity?

• Sulfur

• Copper

• Carbon

• Helium

Which element is a metalloid?

• Oxygen (O)

• Silicon (Si)

• Iron (Fe)

• Helium (He)