Question

12. Explain with suitable examples the chemical properties of non-metals

Answer 1

Answer:

Chemical Properties of Nonmetals

Explanation:

Nonmetals are poor conductors of heat and electricity. ... White phosphorus is the only nonmetal that reacts with air to form its oxide by burning. Usually, nonmetals do not react with water. Except for Chlorine, chlorine dissolves in water to form an acidic solution.