C1.1 metals and non metals Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
how do you class a metal/non metal in the periodic table
A
metals are on the left of the stepped line
non metals are on the right
2
Q
do elements fit any patterns
A
not all elements fit a pattern e.g the elements near the stepped line are called metalloids and properties are those of metals and non metals
3
Q
do metals and non metals react different
A
they have different chemical properties and react differently with oxygen
e.g many metals are solid at 20 degrees and non metal oxides gasses
4
Q
6 properties of a typical metal
A
good conductor of heat / electricity
shiny
high density
malleable
ductile
sonorous
