Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids

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What is a metal?

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A metal is a type of element that is typically shiny, malleable, ductile, and a good conductor of heat and electricity.

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What is a nonmetal?

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A nonmetal is an element that lacks the characteristics of metals, often being poor conductors of heat and electricity, and can be found in various states (solid, liquid, gas) at room temperature.

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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, often acting as a semiconductor.

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Where are metals located on the periodic table?

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Metals are primarily found on the left side and in the center of the periodic table.

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Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

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

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What does ductile mean?

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Ductile refers to a material's ability to be drawn into a wire.

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What does malleable mean?

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Malleable refers to a material's ability to be hammered or pressed into shapes without breaking.

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What are some common properties of metals?

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Metals are typically shiny, good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable, ductile, and have high melting points.

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What are some common properties of nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are usually dull, poor conductors of heat and electricity, brittle in solid form, and can exist in various states at room temperature.

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What are some examples of metals?

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Examples of metals include iron, copper, aluminum, and gold.