Why non-metals have a dull appearance?

They have many free electrons

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They gain electrons easily

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They do not have lustre

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The correct option is D They do not have lustre
Non-metals vary greatly in appearance. They do not have lustre. As it does not have any free electrons light falling on non-metals does not reflect and hence non-metals are not shiny. Hence, they have a very dull appearance.

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