Properties of metals and non metals

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What is NOT a property of metals?

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Brittle

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If a substance is magnetic, it is most likely a:

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Metal

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What is the approximate number of elements we know about today?

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118

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Unlike non-metals, most metals tend to:

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Conduct electricity and heat well.

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An unknown substance is a semi-conductor and is very brittle. This unknown substance could be which of the following elements?

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Boron

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Define metals.

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Metals are elements that are typically shiny, malleable, ductile, and good conductors of heat and electricity.

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Define non-metals.

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Non-metals are elements that are usually dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and 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.

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What is malleability?

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Malleability is the ability of a material to be hammered or rolled into thin sheets.

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Name a property that distinguishes metals from non-metals.

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Metals are generally good conductors of heat and electricity, while non-metals are not.