Metals and non-metals
Describe the common properties of metals and non-metals and how different uses relate to their properties.
Metals and non-metals
Describe the common properties of metals and non-metals and how different uses relate to their properties.
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Key learning points
- Describe some properties of metals and explain how these relate to their uses
- Describe some properties of non-metals and explain how these relate to their uses
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6 Questions
Q1.
What do we call the physical and chemical characteristics of a substance?
Q2.
An element is a chemical that …
can be separated into two different chemicals.
contains a metal.
melts at room temperature.
Q3.
There are ______ groups in the periodic table.
five
seven
six
Q4.
In the modern periodic table, elements are arranged in order of their _______ numbers.
group
mass
periodic
Q5.
Which two elements are metals?
carbon
chlorine
oxygen
Q6.
Elements with similar properties are found in the same ...
family.
period.
team.
6 Questions
Q1.
Where are metals found in the periodic table?
the bottom rows
the right columns
the top rows
Q2.
The temperature at which a substance changes from a liquid to a gas is called the ...
condensation point
evaporation point.
freezing point.
melting point.
Q3.
A material that allows heat and electricity to pass through it is called a .
Q4.
Select two properties of non-metals.
high boiling point
malleable
sonorous
Q5.
Select the two properties that makes metals suitable for making electrical cables.
high melting point
malleable
sonorous
Q6.
Match the metal property to its use.
mirror
cymbal
lightning rod
axe head
radiator or heater