Metalloids Flashcards
1
Q
On the border between the metals and nonmetals are seven elements called…
A
metalloids.
2
Q
Metalloids have some characteristics of both…
A
nonmetals and metals.
3
Q
The most useful property of the metalloids is their varying ability to…
A
conduct electricity.
4
Q
Some metalloids are used to make…
A
semiconductors.
5
Q
What are semiconductors?
A
Semiconductors are substances that under some conditions can carry electricity, and under other conditions cannot carry electricity.
6
Q
What are semiconductors used for?
A
To make computer chips, transistors and lasers.
