Physical Properties of Metals and Non-metals

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Physical Properties of Metals and Non-metals: Overview

This topic covers concepts such as Physical Properties of Metals, Metallic Lustre, Hardness, Malleability, Ductility, Electrical Conductivity of Metals, Sonority of Metals, Physical Properties of Non-metals, Hardness of Non-metals, etc.

Important Questions on Physical Properties of Metals and Non-metals

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Non-metals do not produce ringing sounds as they are _____ in nature.

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Metals and non-metals create a ringing sound when struck with a hammer.

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"Non-metals are non-sonorous" explain the statement.

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Most malleable metals are _____ and _____.

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The best conductor of electricity among the following is:

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Which physical property of metal is used in the following situation?

Nickel is used in strings of the guitar.

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Which physical properties of gold is used in the following situation:

Gold is used to make ornaments.

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The best electrical conductor among the following is

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Which is the most malleable metal?

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Non-metals are less dense and have low melting and boiling points as compared to metals.

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The non-metal which is liquid at room temperature is:

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Name two soft metals that can be cut with a knife.

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Observe the given statement is True or False, if false correct the statement.

Zinc is highly ductile in nature.

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True or False, if false correct the statement.

Coal can be drawn into wires.

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True or False, if false correct the statement.

Gallium metal is in the solid-state at or just above room temperature.

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True or False, if false correct the statement.

Metals are generally good conductors of electricity, but not good conductors of heat.

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Which one of the metal possesses low tensile strength?

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Which among the following non-metal is liquid at room temperature?

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Which of the following is a good conductor of electricity?