Metals vs Non-Metals Flashcards
1
Q
They have high melting and boiling points. Metal or Non-Metal?
A
Metal
2
Q
They have low melting and boiling points
A
non-metal
3
Q
They have a low density
A
non-metal
4
Q
They are shiny when polished
A
metal
5
Q
They are thermal and electrical insulators (except graphite).
A
non-metal
6
Q
They have a high density.
A
metal
7
Q
They react to form negative ions in ionic compounds
A
metal
8
Q
They are dull
A
non-metal
9
Q
They react to form molecules
A
non-metal
10
Q
Their oxides are acidic
A
non-metal
11
Q
They are brittle as solids.
A
non-metal
12
Q
Their oxides are basic
A
metal
13
Q
There is no reaction between them and metals
A
metal
14
Q
They are malleable (hammered into shape).
A
metal
