Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids 8/27

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Malleability

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The ability of a material to be hammered or rolled into thin sheets without breaking.

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What is a poor conductor of electricity and heat?

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Nonmetals are generally poor conductors of electricity and heat.

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What are metalloids?

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Elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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Which elements are found to the LEFT of the stair-step line on the periodic table?

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Metals are located to the left of the stair-step line.

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Where are metalloids located on the periodic table?

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Metalloids are found along the stair-step line.

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What is ductility?

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The ability of a material to be drawn into wires.

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What are the characteristics of metals?

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

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What are nonmetals?

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Elements that are usually dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity.

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Give an example of a metalloid.

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Silicon is an example of a metalloid.

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What is conductivity?

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The ability of a material to conduct heat or electricity.