Metal, Nonmetal, or Metalloid

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What is a metal?

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A metal is a shiny, malleable element that conducts heat and electricity well.

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What is a nonmetal?

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A nonmetal is an element that is usually dull, brittle, and a poor conductor of heat and electricity.

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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, such as being semi-conductive.

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What property makes metals 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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Which element is an example of a metal?

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Copper is an example of a metal.

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Which element is an example of a nonmetal?

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Selenium is an example of a nonmetal.

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Which element is an example of a metalloid?

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Arsenic is an example of a metalloid.

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What is conductivity?

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Conductivity is the ability of a material to conduct electricity or heat.

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How can you identify a metal?

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

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How can you identify a nonmetal?

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Nonmetals are usually dull, brittle, and do not conduct heat or electricity well.