Metals, Non-Metals and Metalloids

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What are the main properties of metals?

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Metals are typically good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable, ductile, and have a shiny luster.

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What are the main properties of nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are usually poor conductors of heat and electricity, brittle in solid form, and lack luster.

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What are metalloids?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals, often used in semiconductors.

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What is ductility?

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Ductility is the ability of a material to be drawn into a wire.

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What is malleability?

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Malleability is the ability of a material to be shaped or flattened by hammering or rolling.

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What does luster mean in terms of properties of matter?

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Luster refers to the way a surface appears when it reflects light.

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At room temperature, what state are most metals in?

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Most metals are solid at room temperature.

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What is a good example of a metal?

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Iron is a good example of a metal.

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What is a good example of a nonmetal?

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Oxygen is a good example of a nonmetal.

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What is a good example of a metalloid?

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Silicon is a good example of a metalloid.