HONORS - Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids

Front

Most metals are ________ at room temperature.

Back

solid

Front

Helium is classified as a ________.

Back

nonmetal

Front

On what side of the periodic table can you find the metalloids?

Back

on the zigzag

Front

Silicon is classified as a ________.

Back

metalloid

Front

The first element at the top of the stair step is ________.

Back

boron

Front

What is the general property of metals regarding conductivity?

Back

Metals are good conductors of electricity and heat.

Front

What is a common property of nonmetals?

Back

Nonmetals are generally poor conductors of heat and electricity.

Front

What distinguishes metalloids from metals and nonmetals?

Back

Metalloids have properties of both metals and nonmetals.

Front

Name a common use of silicon in technology.

Back

Silicon is widely used in computer chips and semiconductors.

Front

What is the state of most nonmetals at room temperature?

Back

Most nonmetals are gases or brittle solids at room temperature.