Properties of Metals and Nonmetals Quiz

Which of the following is a property of metals?

• Brittle

• Dull

• Malleable

• Poor conductor

Which metal is known for its high electrical conductivity?

• Iron

• Gold

• Copper

• Aluminum

What is the process of hammering a metal into thin sheets called?

• Ductility

• Malleability

• Conductivity

• Reactivity

Which of the following is a property of nonmetals?

• Shiny

• Ductile

• Brittle

• Good conductor

Which nonmetal is essential for human life?

• Chlorine

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon

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Nonmetals are primarily used in which industry?

• Construction

• Electronics

• Pharmaceuticals

• Automotive

Metalloids are elements that have properties of both:

• Metals and nonmetals

• Gases and liquids

• Metals and gases

• Nonmetals and liquids

Which of the following is a metalloid?

• A. Silicon

• B. Iron

• C. Gold

• D. Oxygen

Metalloids are often used in:

• A. Jewelry

• B. Semiconductors

• C. Cooking utensils

• D. Building materials

Metals are generally:

• A. Brittle

• B. Malleable

• C. Poor conductors

• D. Dull