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Name a non-metal which is lustrous.


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  1. Definition of non-metals: The elements which form negative ions by gaining or accepting electrons are called non-metals.
  2. Lustrous: Lustrous elements mean they have luster which means they have a shining surface.
  3. Non-metal elements are usually non-lustrous except for Iodine(I).
  4. Iodine(I) is a non-metal which is lustrous. Because Iodine(I) has a shiny surface. It possesses a metallic luster as iodine atoms exist in a three-dimensional crystal structure and reflect most of the light upon it.

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