Metal, Nonmetal, or Metalloid

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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 a type of element that is generally not shiny, is brittle when solid, and is a poor conductor 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 nonmetals, often acting as a semiconductor.

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What are some common properties of metals?

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Metals are usually malleable, ductile, shiny, and good conductors of heat and electricity.

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What are some common properties of nonmetals?

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

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Give an example of a metal.

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Iron (Fe) is an example of a metal.

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Give an example of a nonmetal.

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Oxygen (O) is an example of a nonmetal.

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Give an example of a metalloid.

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Silicon (Si) is an example of a metalloid.

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What does it mean for an element to be ductile?

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

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What does it mean for an element to be malleable?

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Malleability is the ability of a material to be hammered or pressed into shape without breaking.