(Q2) 3. Metals and Nonmetals

Front

What describes the atomic structure of nonmetal gases?

Back

Nonmetal gases have atoms that are far apart.

Front

What color are metals typically represented by on the periodic table?

Back

Metals are typically represented by blue.

Front

What is the majority of elements on the periodic table?

Back

Most of the elements on the periodic table are metals.

Front

What type of element is a mystery sample made from if it is classified as a nonmetal?

Back

The mystery sample is made from a nonmetal.

Front

Why might a light bulb not light up when connected to a pencil?

Back

The pencil is a poor conductor of electricity.

Front

What is a characteristic property of metals?

Back

Metals are good conductors of heat and electricity.

Front

What is a characteristic property of nonmetals?

Back

Nonmetals are generally poor conductors of heat and electricity.

Front

What is the state of most nonmetals at room temperature?

Back

Most nonmetals are gases at room temperature.

Front

What is the term for elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals?

Back

Metalloids.

Front

What happens to the conductivity of nonmetals when they are in solid form?

Back

Nonmetals in solid form are usually poor conductors.