5.1.2.3 metals and non-metals Flashcards
Elements that react to form positive ions are what?
Metals
Elements that do not form positive ions are what?
Non-metals
The majority of elements are?
Metals
Where are metals found on the periodic table
They are found to the left and towards the bottom of the periodic table.
Where are non metals found on the periodic table?
They are found towards the right and top of the periodic table.
What are Metals and Non Metals at room temperature?
Metals - solid
non metals- liquid. / gas
What are the melting and boiling points of metals/ non metals?
Metals- high
Non metals- low
What is the conduction of heat like for metals and non metals?
Metals - do conduct
Non metals- do not conduct
What is the malleability like for metals and non metals?
Metals - can bend
Non metals- cannot bend
What is the ductility of metals and non metals?
Metals- are ductile
Non metals- are not ductile
What is the magnetism of metals and non metals?
Metals- are magnetic
Non metals- are not magnetic