Understanding Nonmetals

This video from Mumu Math and Science explores nonmetals, which are found on the right side of the periodic table. Nonmetals tend to gain electrons and can be gases or solids. They have low density, are poor conductors of heat and electricity, and are not malleable or ductile. Nonmetals react with metals to form salts. The video highlights that five nonmetallic elements—hydrogen, carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and silicon—constitute a significant portion of the Earth's crust, atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere. The video concludes with a reminder about the importance of kindness.

Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

• At the bottom

• On the left side

• On the right side

• In the center

What is a common tendency of nonmetals regarding electrons?

• They do not interact with electrons

• They share electrons

• They lose electrons

• They gain electrons

Which of the following is NOT a property of nonmetals?

• Brittle solids

• Poor conductors of heat

• Not malleable

• High density

How do nonmetals typically react with metals?

• They form acids

• They form bases

• They do not react

• They form salts

Which nonmetal is NOT mentioned as a major component of Earth's crust, atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere?

• Carbon

• Hydrogen

• Phosphorus

• Nitrogen

What is the closing message of the video?

• Study hard every day

• Practice makes perfect

• Be kind to someone today

• Always ask questions