Properties of Metals

Which of the following is NOT a property of metals?

• A) Conductivity

• B) Ductility

• C) Transparency

• D) Luster

What model is used to explain the properties of typical metals?

• Ionic bonding

• Covalent bonding

• Metallic bonding

• Hydrogen bonding

What does it mean if a metal is ductile?

• It can be drawn into wires

• It is shiny

• It can be hammered into sheets

• It is non-conductive.

What property of metals allows them to be drawn into wires?

• Ductility

• Hardness

• Opacity

• Fragility

Metal sheets are often used in the construction of ____.

• Bridges

• Books

• Clothing

• Paintings

The Na+ ions in Figure 4 are part of what type of bonding?

• Covalent

• Ionic

• Metallic

• Hydrogen

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NGSS.HS-PS1-3

Which element is represented by the symbol 'Na' in Figure 4?

• Neon

• Nitrogen

• Sodium

• Sulfur

What explains the reactive nature of alkali metals?

• Atomic structure

• Molecular weight

• Color

• Density

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Fill in the blank: The element with atomic number 19 is ______.

• Sodium

• Potassium

• Rubidium

• Cesium

Which alkali metal is located in period 2 of the periodic table?

• Lithium

• Sodium

• Potassium

• Rubidium