Is magneisum a metal or non metal?

Answer 1

Magnesium is a metal because it displays the properties of metals. These properties are displayed below:

1.) Magnesium is shiny.

2.) Magnesium is malleable and ductile.

3.) Magnesium has a relatively high melting/boiling point.

4.) Magnesium is hard.

Furthermore, magnesium is placed in group II which is towards the left side of the Periodic Table. Elements placed towards the left side of the periodic table are metals. The metallic properties of elements decreases from left to right.

Answer 2

Magnesium (Mg, #12) is a metal. It is an alkaline earth metal, in the same group as calcium. It forms a +2 cation when it bonds ionically with non-metals. It burns vigorously to form MgO, a compound with oxygen.

Answer 3

yes, it is a metal. It is shiny and silver and when burnt turns into a white powder. hope that helps :)

Answer 4

Metal, but please spell it like: Magnesium, because that's how it might be looked up as

Answer 5

magnesuim chloride is a salt