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Differentiate between metal and non metals on the basis physical and chemical properties |
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Answer» Physical properties Metals Shiny (lustrous) in nature Metal is a good conductor of electricity and heat Density and melting point is high Mouldable (MALLEABLE) Ductile At room temperature, it is in solid form except for mercury Opaque Non Metals Poor CONDUCTORS of electricity and heat Non-Ductile metals Brittle solids Maybe solids, liquids or gases at room temperature These are not sonorous Transparent Chemical properties Metals Easily corrodible Can lose electrons Form basic oxides Have low electronegativities Good reducing agents Non metals The number of electrons in the outer shell is generally 4-8 Easily gain or lose valence electrons Form acidic oxides WHENEVER they come in contact with oxygen High electronegative elements Great OXIDIZING agents Keep smiling☺☺☺ |
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