Properties of Metals and Nonmetals

Which of the following best describes the appearance of most metals?

• Dull and colorless

• Shiny with metallic luster

• Dull and colorful

• Transparent and gaseous

What is a key characteristic of metals regarding their ability to transfer heat and electricity?

• They are good conductors of both heat and electricity.

• They are poor conductors of both heat and electricity.

• They are good conductors of heat but poor conductors of electricity.

• They are poor conductors of heat but good conductors of electricity.

When a material is malleable and ductile, what does this imply about its physical properties?

• It breaks easily when hit.

• It can be flattened when hammered and drawn into thin wires.

• It is a poor conductor of electricity.

• It has a low melting point.

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Which statement accurately describes the state of matter for most metals and nonmetals at room temperature?

• Most metals are gases, while most nonmetals are solids.

• Most metals are liquids, while most nonmetals are gases.

• Both metals and nonmetals are typically found as liquids.

• Most metals are solids, while many nonmetals are gases.