Question

Name two metals which are ductile and malleable.

Answer 1

Metals

• Metals can be defined as those elements (except Hydrogen) which have the tendency to form positive ions (cations) as a result of the loss of electrons.
• Metals are malleable and ductile.

Malleability and ductility of metals

• The property of metal in which it can be made into very thin sheets is known as malleability.
• The property of metal in which it can be drawn into thin wires is known as ductility.
• Gold and Silver are both malleable as well as ductile.