Exploring Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids on the Periodic Table

Which property is NOT characteristic of metals?

• Brittleness

• Luster

• Malleability

• Conductivity

What is an alloy?

• A non-metal compound

• A mixture of two or more metals

• A type of metalloid

• A pure metal

Which group of elements is known for being less reactive than alkali and alkaline earth metals?

• Non-metals

• Lanthanides

• Actinides

• Transition metals

Where are lanthanides placed in the periodic table?

• Above the periodic table

• Below the periodic table

• In the d block

• In the s block

Which element is a well-known radioactive metal?

• Uranium

• Copper

• Gold

• Silver

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Which property is NOT typical of non-metals?

• Insulation

• Dullness

• Conductivity

• Brittleness

Which non-metal is a liquid at room temperature?

• Sulfur

• Carbon

• Bromine

• Oxygen

Which element is NOT a metalloid?

• Boron

• Aluminum

• Arsenic

• Silicon

What is a common use of silicon?

• Making jewelry

• Computer chips

• Electrical wiring

• Building materials

Which type of element is both malleable and ductile?

• Non-metals

• Metalloids

• Metals

• Noble gases