Metals, Nonmetals & Metalloids

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What is luster?

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Luster is the property of metals that allows them to reflect light, giving them a shiny appearance.

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What does ductile mean?

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Ductile means a material can be drawn into a wire.

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What is a semi-conductor?

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A semi-conductor is a material that conducts electricity and heat better than nonmetals but not as well as metals.

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Where do nonmetals occur on the periodic table?

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Nonmetals occur to the right of the dark zig-zag line on the periodic table.

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What does malleability refer to?

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Malleability is the ability of metals to be hammered or pressed into thin sheets without breaking.

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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals in terms of conductivity?

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Metals are good conductors of heat and electricity, while nonmetals are poor conductors.

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What is an example of a metal?

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An example of a metal is iron.

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What is an example of a nonmetal?

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An example of a nonmetal is oxygen.

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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 metalloid.

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An example of a metalloid is silicon.