Properties of metals and non metal

Properties of Non-Metals

Physical Properties of Non-metals

Some of the physical properties of non-metals are listed below.

• 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 of Non-metals

Some of the chemical properties of non-metals are listed below.

• 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

Physical Properties of Metals

Some of the physical properties of metals are listed below.

• 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

Chemical Properties of Metals

Some of the chemical properties of metals are listed below.

• Easily corrodible
• Can lose electrons
• Form basic oxides
• Have low electronegativities
• Good reducing agents