Metals, nonmetals, and metalloids

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What is a metal?

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A metal is a shiny substance that is a good conductor of heat and electricity, typically found on the left side of the periodic table.

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What is a nonmetal?

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A nonmetal is a substance that is usually dull, poor conductor of heat and electricity, and is found on the right side of the periodic table.

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What is a metalloid?

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A metalloid is a substance that has properties of both metals and nonmetals, often found along the zig-zag line on the periodic table.

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What does it mean if a substance is ductile?

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Ductile means that a substance can be drawn into a wire without breaking.

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What does it mean if a substance is malleable?

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Malleable means that a substance can be hammered or pressed into different shapes without breaking.

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What is high density?

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High density refers to a substance that is heavy for its size.

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Where are metals located on the periodic table?

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Metals are located on the left side of the zig-zag line on the periodic table.

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Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

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Nonmetals are located on the right side of the zig-zag line on the periodic table.

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What are some common properties of metals?

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Common properties of metals include being shiny, good conductors of heat and electricity, ductile, and malleable.

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What are some common properties of nonmetals?

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Common properties of nonmetals include being dull, poor conductors of heat and electricity, and brittle.