Difference between metals and non metals on the basis of physical and chemical properties write two differences
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METALS :
Physical Properties
1. They have high melting point.
2. They are metallic and ductile.
3. They are sonorous.
Chemical properties
1.Oxides of metal are basic in nature
NON METALS :
Physical Properties
1. They have low melting point.
2. They are not metallic and ductile
3. They are not sonorous.
Chemical properties
1.Oxides of non-metals are acidic in nature
Physical properties of non metals-
non-metals are poor conductor of heat and electricity
At room temperature, they may be solids liquids or gases.
They are transparent and non ductile.
Chemical properties of non metals-
They can easily gain electrons
They are high electronegative elements.
The number of electrons in the outer shell is generally .
Physical properties of metals-
Metal is a good conductor of heat and electricity
At room temperature, it is in solid form except mercury.
They are opaque and ductile.
Chemical properties of metals-
They have low electronegativities.
They can lose electrons.
They are good reducing agents.