Metals vs Nonmetals

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What does it mean for a metal to be ductile?

Back

Ductile metals can be drawn into wires without breaking.

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What is a key property of metals that allows them to conduct electricity?

Back

Metals have free-moving electrons that allow them to conduct electricity.

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What does it mean for a metal to be malleable?

Back

Malleable metals can be hammered or pressed into shapes without breaking.

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What are nonmetals typically characterized by?

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Nonmetals are usually dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity.

Front

What is the difference between conductivity in metals and nonmetals?

Back

Metals are good conductors of electricity, while nonmetals are generally insulators.

Front

Name a common property used to classify metals.

Back

Malleability is a common property used to classify metals.

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What is an example of a nonmetal?

Back

An example of a nonmetal is sulfur.

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How do metals typically appear in terms of luster?

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Metals usually have a shiny appearance, known as metallic luster.

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What is brittleness in materials?

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Brittleness is the tendency of a material to break or shatter easily under stress.

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What is the significance of density in classifying metals and nonmetals?

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Metals generally have higher density compared to nonmetals.