Metals, Non-Metals & Metalloids

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What is a property of metals?

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Metals are malleable, meaning they can be shaped or bent without breaking.

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How would you classify an element that is dull, brittle, and does not conduct heat?

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This element would be classified as a nonmetal.

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Which groups of elements can have a shiny appearance (luster)?

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Both metals and metalloids can have a shiny appearance.

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What characteristics would classify an element as a metalloid?

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An element that conducts some heat and electricity, has a shiny luster, and breaks easily is classified as a metalloid.

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If a substance is magnetic, what is it most likely classified as?

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If a substance is magnetic, it is most likely a metal.

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What are metalloids?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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Give an example of a metal and its property.

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Iron is a metal that is strong and malleable.

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What is a common property of nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are generally poor conductors of heat and electricity.

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What is the significance of luster in metals and metalloids?

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Luster indicates that the material can reflect light, making it shiny.

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How do metals typically react with acids?

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Metals usually react with acids to produce hydrogen gas.