Question

Distinguish between metals and non-metals on the basis of:-

Two physical properties
One chemical property​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Some of the differences between physical properties of metals and non-metals :

Lustrous : Metals have lustrous property where as nonmetals don't have this property .

Sonorous : Metals produce sounds but not non metals. <> Electricity : Metals conduct electricity in them whereas non metals cannot.

Answer 2

Considering the properties of non-metals it is not shiny, malleable or ductile nor are they good conductors of electricity. These properties of non-metals provide one means by which we can distinguish metals from non-metals. Properties of Non-metals have less in common with each other than metals.