Metals, Nonmetals, or Metalloids?

Metals, Nonmetals, or Metalloids?

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6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are metals?

Back

Metals are elements that are typically shiny, good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable (can be hammered into shapes), and ductile (can be drawn into wires). They usually have high melting points.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are nonmetals?

Back

Nonmetals are elements that are usually dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity. They can exist in solid, liquid, or gas forms at room temperature.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are metalloids?

Back

Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals. They are often semiconductors, meaning they can conduct electricity better than nonmetals but not as well as metals.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a characteristic of metals regarding melting points?

Back

Metals generally have high melting points.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a characteristic of nonmetals regarding physical state?

Back

Nonmetals are often found in gas form at room temperature.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean if a substance is malleable?

Back

A malleable substance can be hammered or pressed into different shapes without breaking.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

Back

Nonmetals are located to the right of the zig-zag line on the periodic table.

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