Metals/Non Metals/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 non-metal?

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A non-metal is an element that lacks the characteristics of metals, often being dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity.

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What is a metalloid?

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A metalloid is an element that has properties of both metals and non-metals, often being semi-conductive.

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What property is common to metals?

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Metals are malleable, meaning they can be hammered or rolled into thin sheets.

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What is luster?

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Luster is the shine or glow of a surface, commonly found in metals and some metalloids.

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Which elements are typically good conductors of electricity?

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Metals are typically good conductors of electricity.

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What is ductility?

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Ductility is the ability of a material to be stretched into a wire without breaking.

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What is the characteristic of non-metals regarding electricity?

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Non-metals are generally poor conductors of electricity.

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Give an example of a metalloid.

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Silicon is an example of a metalloid.

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What is the opposite of malleable?

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Brittle is the opposite of malleable; brittle materials break or shatter easily.