Can you list other physical properties which differentiate metals from non-metals?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to classify given objects as metals or non-metals based on their physical properties such as appearance and hardness, and to list other physical properties that differentiate metals from non-metals.
Answer
Luster, density, malleability, ductility, conductivity.
Metals generally have high luster, density, malleability, ductility, and excellent conductivity of heat and electricity. Non-metals are typically dull, brittle, with low density, and poor conductivity.
Answer for screen readers
Metals generally have high luster, density, malleability, ductility, and excellent conductivity of heat and electricity. Non-metals are typically dull, brittle, with low density, and poor conductivity.
More Information
Other physical properties include metals being ductile, meaning they can be drawn into wires, and malleable, meaning they can be hammered into sheets.
Tips
Avoid confusing malleability and ductility. Malleability refers to being shaped into sheets, while ductility refers to drawing into wires.
Sources
- The Difference Between Metals and Nonmetals - ThoughtCo - thoughtco.com
- 7.6: Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
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