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Which of the following is a characteristic property of nonmetals?
Which of the following is a characteristic property of nonmetals?
- They have high melting points.
- They are good conductors of electricity.
- They generally do not shine. (correct)
- They are strong and unbreakable.
What is the primary use of sulfur?
What is the primary use of sulfur?
- As a light source.
- To vulcanize tires. (correct)
- In making fertilizer.
- To sterilize medical equipment.
What state of matter are some nonmetals found in?
What state of matter are some nonmetals found in?
- Solid, liquid, and gas. (correct)
- Solid only.
- Liquid only.
- Gas only.
Why are nonmetals often used for producing electrical cable covers?
Why are nonmetals often used for producing electrical cable covers?
Which of the following nonmetals is commonly used to fill balloons?
Which of the following nonmetals is commonly used to fill balloons?
Which of the following nonmetals is typically used in computer chip production?
Which of the following nonmetals is typically used in computer chip production?
Which nonmetal is known for its use in disinfecting water?
Which nonmetal is known for its use in disinfecting water?
Which of the following statements about nonmetals is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about nonmetals is incorrect?
Flashcards
What are Non-metals?
What are Non-metals?
Non-metals are elements that lack the characteristic properties of metals such as conductivity, malleability, and ductility.
What is the physical state of solid nonmetals?
What is the physical state of solid nonmetals?
Solid nonmetals are often brittle, meaning they break easily. Think of a piece of chalk.
What is a key property of nonmetals?
What is a key property of nonmetals?
Nonmetals do not conduct electricity well. This is why they're used to insulate electrical wires.
What is a common physical state of nonmetals?
What is a common physical state of nonmetals?
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What is sulfur used for?
What is sulfur used for?
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What is oxygen used for?
What is oxygen used for?
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Why is Helium used for balloons?
Why is Helium used for balloons?
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What is Chlorine used for?
What is Chlorine used for?
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Study Notes
Nonmetals
- Nonmetals are found in nature and have various uses.
- Nonmetals have three physical states: solid, liquid, and gas.
- Solid nonmetals are often not smooth and may be crumbly.
- They don't shine (reflect light).
- Most don't conduct electricity (important for insulation).
- Many don't conduct heat.
- They are not strong and don't make a sound like metals.
- They have low melting and boiling points.
Uses of Nonmetals
- Sulfur is used to vulcanize tires.
- Oxygen is used to help people breathe in hospitals.
- Helium is used to fill balloons.
- Chlorine solution is used to kill bacteria.
- Carbon is used to purify water.
- Silicon is used to make computer chips.
Properties of Nonmetals
- Nonmetals are often in solid form but some are also gaseous.
- Solid nonmetals are usually brittle.
- They are not as strong as metals.
- They do not conduct electricity or heat well.
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