Question

physical properties of metals and non-metals?

Answer 1

Physical properties:

Metals-

1. Metals possess a lutsre
2. Metals are generally hard
3. They are malleable
4. They are ductile
5. They are solids at room temperature except mercury
6. They are good conductors of heat and electricity

Non- metals-

1. Non –metals donot possess luster
2. They are brittle if solid
3. They are not malleable
4. They are not ductile
5. They can be solids, liquids or gases at room temperature
6. They are poor conductors of heat and electricity.