Metals, Non-Metals, and Metalloids

Metals are found

• on the left side of the Periodic Table

• on the right side of the Periodic Table

• along the staircase (zig-zag line) on the Periodic Table

Non-metals are found

• on the left side of the Periodic Table

• along the staircase (zig-zag line) on the Periodic Table

• on the right side of the Periodic Table

Metalloids are found

• along the staircase (zig-zag line) on the Periodic Table

• on the right side of the Periodic Table

• on the left side of the Periodic Table

Having a high luster is mainly a physical property of

• Metalloids

• Non-Metals

• Metals

poor or no conductivity is a physical property of

• Non-Metals

• Metals

• Metalloids

The term "semiconductor" means that elements

• are poor conductors of electricity

• are good conductors of electricity

• can conduct electricity under certain circumstances.

The image shows an example of a metalloid. What physical characteristic does this element share with metals?

• Shiny luster

• poor conductivity

• dull appearance

According to the Periodic Table, which of the following elements would NOT be considered a metalloid?

• Silicon

• Antimony

• Carbon

By looking at the element illustrated here, how might you classify it by appearance?

• Metal

• Non-Metal

• Metalloid

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Most non-metals are in what state of matter?

• liquid

• solid

• gas