Metals and Non-metals Metals are elements that are shiny, malleable, and ductile. They are good conductors of heat and electricity. Metals are generally...
Metals are elements that are shiny, malleable, and ductile. They are good conductors of heat and electricity. Metals are generally hard and brittle at room temperature, but they can be melted or burned easily.
Non-metals are elements that are dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity. They are not easily malleable or ductile, and they are not as good conductors of heat and electricity as metals.
Examples:
Metals: Silver, iron, copper, aluminum
Non-metals: Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen
Differences between Metals and Non-metals:
| Feature | Metals | Non-metals |
|---|---|---|
| Shinyness | Yes | No |
| Malleability | Yes | No |
| Ductility | Yes | No |
| Heat conductivity | Good | Poor |
| Electrical conductivity | Good | Poor |