Question

State any five physical properties of a non-metal.

Answer 1

Physical properties of a non-metal:

1. State: Non-metals are generally gases at room temperature.

2. Hardness: Non-metals are not hard (being gases). In case of solid non-metals, they are hard but brittle in nature.

3. Conductivity: Non-metals are poor conductors of heat and electricity except graphite.

4. Malleability: Non-metals are non-malleable, i.e., they cannot be beaten into thin sheets.

5. Ductility: Non metals are non-ductile, i.e., cannot be drawn into wires.