State two physical properties on the basis of which metals can be distinguished from non-metals.

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Properties Metals Non-metals

Lustre Lustrous Non-lustrous

Heat and electrical conductivity Good conductor Poor conductor

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Properties	Metals	Non-metals
Lustre	Lustrous	Non-lustrous
Heat and electrical conductivity	Good conductor	Poor conductor