Chemical properties of metals and non-metals

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Chemical properties of metals

Easily corrodible

Can lose electrons

Form basic oxides

Have lower electronegativities

Good reducing agents

Chemical properties of non-metals

The number of electrons in the outer shell is generally 4-8

Easily gain or lose valence electrons

Form acidic oxides whenever they come in contact with oxygen

High electronegative elements

Great oxidizing agents

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