Question

Define the following terms (with examples):

Metals

Answer 1

• Metals are generally hard solid substances that have a shiny luster and are good conductors of electricity.
• For example - Sodium$\left(\mathrm{Na}\right)$, Silver$\left(\mathrm{Ag}\right)$, etc.
• Elements that have an excess of electrons and a tendency to donate them, are generally considered metals.