Question

Define metalloids

Answer 1

Metalloid :

• A metalloid is a type of chemical element which has a preponderance of properties in between, or that are a mixture of metals and non-metals.
• Metalloids are solid
• They have a metallic luster, and generally look like metals.
• They are brittle, and easily shattered.
• Metalloids can conduct electricity, but not as well as metals.
• For example – Silicon, Germanium, antimony , Arsenic, etc.