Elements- Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids

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What are metals?

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Metals are elements that are typically shiny, malleable, ductile, and good conductors of heat and electricity. They are found to the left of the zigzag line on the periodic table.

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What are nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are elements that are usually dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity. They are found to the right of the zigzag line on the periodic table.

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What are metalloids?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals. They are found along the zigzag line on the periodic table.

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Where are metals located on the periodic table?

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Metals are located to the left of the zigzag line on the periodic table.

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Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

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Nonmetals are located to the right of the zigzag line on the periodic table.

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What is a characteristic property of metals?

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

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What is a characteristic property of nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are brittle when solid, meaning they break or shatter easily.

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Which element is in Group 1 but is not a metal?

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Hydrogen is in Group 1 and is a nonmetal.

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What is the appearance of metals?

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Metals are typically shiny and have a metallic luster.

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What is the conductivity of nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are poor conductors of heat and electricity.