Related Problems with Solution
Problem 3 : Compare and contrast the properties of metals and nonmetals in terms of their physical and chemical properties.
Solution :
Metals:
- Physical properties: Conductors of heat and electricity, malleable, ductile, lustrous.
- Chemical properties: Tend to lose electrons and form cations, react with nonmetals to form ionic compounds.
Nonmetals:
- Physical properties: Poor conductors of heat and electricity, usually solids or gases at room temperature.
- Chemical properties: Tend to gain electrons and form anions, react with metals to form ionic compounds or with other nonmetals to form covalent compounds.
