10 Questions
Which property distinguishes metals from nonmetals based on the text?
Malleability
What property makes metals produce ringing sounds when struck?
Sonorous
What type of reactions do metals typically undergo with acids?
Release hydrogen gas
Which of the following is NOT a property of nonmetals according to the text?
Good conductors of electricity
Which element reacts with oxygen to form acidic oxides?
Sulfur
Which property is NOT commonly associated with metals?
Non-sonorous
Which of the following is an example of a nonmetal?
Oxygen
What type of oxides do metals typically produce when reacting with oxygen?
Basic oxides
Which metals are mentioned as not easily oxidized in the text?
Silver, gold, platinum
How can corrosion be prevented according to the text?
Through sacrificial protection and alloying
Learn about the physical properties of metals and nonmetals such as malleability, conduction of heat, ductility, and sonorousness. Understand the characteristics that differentiate metals from nonmetals based on their physical properties.
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