Metals, Nonmetals and Metalloids CCP

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What is a metalloid?

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A metalloid is an element that has properties of both metals and nonmetals. They are typically shiny, brittle, and can conduct electricity somewhat.

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What are the characteristics of metals?

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

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What does it mean for a metal to be malleable?

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Malleability is the ability of a metal to be hammered or rolled into thin sheets without breaking.

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What is the most common type of element on the periodic table?

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Most elements on the periodic table are metals.

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What are nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are elements that are typically dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity. Many are gases at room temperature.

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What is ductility?

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Ductility is the ability of a material to be stretched into a wire without breaking.

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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 the difference between metals and nonmetals?

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Metals are generally shiny, malleable, and good conductors, while nonmetals are dull, brittle, and poor conductors.

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What is a characteristic that does NOT describe metals?

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Brittle is a characteristic that does not describe metals.

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What is the state of most nonmetals at room temperature?

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Many nonmetals are gases at room temperature.