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It is a characteristic or you can say, property of metalsthat - they are LUSTROUS in nature whereas on the other hand, non-metals possess the property that - they are NON - LUSTROUS in nature.
Thus, metals can be lustrous and non-metals cannot be lustrous in nature(except iodine, which is a non-metal, but is lustrous in nature).
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Is a nonmetal Lustrous?
The lump of silicon on my bench is a shiny grey colour, with some conchoidal fracture. Definitely lustrous.
Name two non metals that are lustrous?
Iodine and graphite are two nonmetals that can exhibit a lustrous appearance under certain conditions.
Are insulators metals nonmetals or metalloids?
Insulators are typically nonmetals because they have high electrical resistance and do not conduct electricity well. Metals are good conductors of electricity, while metalloids have properties that are intermediate between metals and nonmetals.
The valence electrons found in metals are different from nonmetals because .?
metals can conduct electricity, the valence electrons of nonmetals cannot roam freely
Where are metals and nonmetals are located on the periodic table?
Non-metals are located on the very right of the Periodic Table. Metals are on the left.
Is a nonmetal Lustrous?
The lump of silicon on my bench is a shiny grey colour, with some conchoidal fracture. Definitely lustrous.
What are three general charateristics of nonmetals?
Non metals are brittle.They are non lustrous. They have low melting point.
Are metalloids sonorous and lustrous?
Metalloids typically exhibit some characteristics of both metals and nonmetals. While they can be lustrous, meaning they have a shiny appearance, they are generally not considered sonorous, as they do not produce a ringing sound when struck like metals do. Their properties can vary, and they are often used in applications that take advantage of their unique characteristics.
Do nonmetals look shiny?
No. Nonmetals are dull, not lustrous.
Name two non metals that are lustrous?
Iodine and graphite are two nonmetals that can exhibit a lustrous appearance under certain conditions.
How are metalloids similar to metals?
Metalloids share properties of both metals and nonmetals. They can conduct electricity to some extent, like metals, but not as efficiently. They are also semi-malleable and semi-ductile, similar to metals, but also have characteristics of nonmetals such as being brittle and not as lustrous.
Elements can be classified as metals semi metals non metals?
Metals are good conductors of heat and electricity, while nonmetals are poor conductors. Metalloids have properties that are intermediate between metals and nonmetals.
Does nonmetals are highly reactive while metals are completely nonreactive?
It is not true; many metals are very reactive and several nonmetals are nonreactive.
Is a metal lustrous?
Yes, many metals are lustrous.
Is lustrous a metal?
Yes, many metals are lustrous.
Are insulators metals nonmetals or metalloids?
Insulators are typically nonmetals because they have high electrical resistance and do not conduct electricity well. Metals are good conductors of electricity, while metalloids have properties that are intermediate between metals and nonmetals.
What is a type of element whose physical properties are generally opposite those of metals?
These are called nonmetals (e.g. carbon, phosphorus, sulfur)Metals (such as gold, titanium, and cobalt) are generally lustrous, malleable, and can conduct electricity. Nonmetals are dull, extremely brittle, and are usually (but not always) non-conductive.
