Question

Write short notes on 5 metallic properties of metals. [5 MARKS]

Answer 1

Most metal display properties that are characteristic of metals. These properties are called metallic properties. Some of these properties are:
(i) Malleability: The property of a metal to be hammered into sheets.
(ii) Ductility: The ability of a metal to be drawn into wires.
(iii) Sonorous: When a metal is struck with a hard substance, it produce a loud noise (ting).
(iv) Good Conductors: Due to presence of free electrons, metals are good conductors of heat and electricity.
(v) Lustre: Metals have a a shiny appearance as compared to non-metals which have a dull appearance.