Is germanium a metal or nonmetal?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the classification of germanium and whether it is categorized as a metal or a nonmetal. Germanium is a chemical element that has properties of both metals and nonmetals.
Answer
Metalloid
The final answer is metalloid
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is metalloid
More Information
Germanium is classified as a metalloid, having properties intermediate between those of metals and nonmetals. It is used mainly as a semiconductor.
Sources
- Germanium - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Germanium | Properties, Uses, & Facts | Britannica - britannica.com
- Germanium on the Periodic Table | Definition, Uses & Properties - study.com
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