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depends on if they are a solid or gas or liquid. If solid then yes, usually the non metal solids are brittle.

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When struck with a sharp blow ionic compounds tend to what while metallic substances which are what change shape?

"When struck with a sharp blow, ionic compounds tend to (crack) while metallic substances, which are (covalently bonded), change shape."This makes the most sense. A lot of ionic compounds form salts which are crystalline and brittle in solid form. This is obviously homework but what a terrible question, right down to the punctuation.


Is an ionic compound dull?

Yes, ionic compounds tend to have high melting points and are generally hard and brittle solids. They do not have the shiny or metallic luster that is often associated with metals.


What are elements that are very brittle and have no metallic luster called?

Elements that are very brittle and have no metallic luster are typically classified as nonmetals. Examples include sulfur, phosphorus, and carbon (in the form of graphite). These elements tend to be poor conductors of heat and electricity.


What are 2 compounds that are a result of an metallic bond?

Two compounds that are a result of a metallic bond are brass (a combination of copper and zinc) and bronze (a combination of copper and tin). In both of these compounds, the metallic bond is formed between the metal atoms, allowing for the free movement of electrons within the structure.


Are non metallic oxides covalent compounds?

yes of course, non metallic compounds like sulpher oxide and carbon dioxide are covalently bonded together while metallic oxides like sodium oxide are bonded together through an ionic bond forming a crystal lattice.

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What is brittle metallic element with 4 letters?

Lead is a brittle metallic element with 4 letters.


When struck with a sharp blow ionic compounds tend to what while metallic substances which are what change shape?

"When struck with a sharp blow, ionic compounds tend to (crack) while metallic substances, which are (covalently bonded), change shape."This makes the most sense. A lot of ionic compounds form salts which are crystalline and brittle in solid form. This is obviously homework but what a terrible question, right down to the punctuation.


Is a brittle compound a molecular compound?

No, a brittle compound does not necessarily indicate it is a molecular compound. Brittle compounds can be either molecular or ionic, depending on their chemical bonding. Brittle molecular compounds typically have covalent bonds, while brittle ionic compounds have ionic bonds.


Which is a property of most nonmetalic solids?

Brittleness. Reason: Non-metallic solids are usually brittle.


Is non metallic solids brittle?

They tend to be, yes


What are compounds always?

Netural and brittle


Is phosphate metallic or non metallic?

Phosphates are chemical compounds.


Is an ionic compound dull?

Yes, ionic compounds tend to have high melting points and are generally hard and brittle solids. They do not have the shiny or metallic luster that is often associated with metals.


Metal compounds made of two or more metallic elements are known as?

Metal compounds made of two or more metallic elements are usually called ALLOYS. However, there are true compounds and these are often known simply as inter-metallic compounds.


What is a brittle metallic element that resembles nickel and iron in appearance?

Cobalt


Is organic chemistry the chemistry of metallic compound?

No, it is the chemistry of carbon compounds but some organo metallic compounds also exist.


What are elements that are very brittle and have no metallic luster called?

Elements that are very brittle and have no metallic luster are typically classified as nonmetals. Examples include sulfur, phosphorus, and carbon (in the form of graphite). These elements tend to be poor conductors of heat and electricity.