Metals and Non-metals Flashcards
1
Q
What are the characteristics of a metal?
A
- Malleable
- Always solid (except for 1 metal)
- Good conductors of heat and electricity
- Have a shiny metallic lustre
Majority are silver-grey
2
Q
What are characteristics of a non-metal?
A
- Insulator
- No metallic lustre
- Not malleable
- Found in all states
3
Q
What is the only liquid metal?
A
Mercury
4
Q
What 2 metals are not silver-grey?
A
Copper and gold.
5
Q
What does malleable mean?
A
Can be hammered or rolled without breaking.
6
Q
What does insulator mean?
A
Poor conductor of heat or electricity.
7
Q
What are some examples of metals?
A
Lithium, sodium, and calcium.
8
Q
What are some examples of non-metals?
A
Chlorine, oxygen, and sulphur.
