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.

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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.

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What are metalloids?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals, often acting as semiconductors.

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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 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 often brittle in solid form and cannot be easily shaped.

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What is a characteristic property of metalloids?

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Metalloids can conduct electricity better than nonmetals but not as well as metals; they are semiconductors.

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What does it mean if an element is described as ductile?

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Ductile means that the element can be drawn into wires without breaking.

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What is the term for elements that are good conductors of electricity?

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Metals are known for being good conductors of electricity.

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Which element category is typically dull?

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Nonmetals are typically dull in appearance.