Metals and Nonmetals Quiz

Which of the following is a physical property of metals?

• Brittle

• High melting point

• Poor conductor of heat

• Dull surface

Which chemical property is most common in metals?

• They gain electrons easily

• They do not react with oxygen

• They form positive ions

• They form covalent bonds

What is a common physical property of nonmetals?

• Shiny appearance

• High density

• Good conductor of electricity

• Poor conductor of heat and electricity

Which of the following is a chemical property of nonmetals?

• They form negative ions by gaining electrons

• They are good conductors of heat

• They are malleable

• They have high melting points

Which of the following is a common use of metals?

• Insulation

• Construction materials

• Making electrical insulators

• Producing oxygen

Nonmetals are commonly used for which of the following?

• Making cables and wires

• In the production of acids

• As a building material for houses

• For making jewelry

Metals are typically __________ at room temperature.

• Gaseous

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

Which of the following is NOT a physical property of nonmetals?

• High melting point

• Brittle

• Can be gaseous, liquid, or solid at room temperature

• Shiny

Metals tend to be __________, meaning they can be hammered or rolled into thin sheets.

• Ductile

• Malleable

• Brittle

• Insoluble

Nonmetals are often used in the manufacture of:

• Aircraft bodies

• Fertilizers

• Electrical cables

• Cooking utensils