Question

How are metals diferent from non-metals in terms of their chemical properties?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Difference

1a) Metals form metal oxide when it reacts with oxygen. Metal oxides are basic in nature

b) Non-metals form non-metal oxide when it reacts with oxygen. Non-metal oxides are acidic in nature.

2a) Metals react with water to form metal hydroxide.

 b) Non-metals do not react with water.

3a) Most of the metals react with dilute acids to form salts and hydrogen gas.

 b) Non-metals do not react with dilute acids.

4a) Some metals react with bases to form salt and hydrogen gas.

 b) Some non-metals react with bases but no hydrogen gas is formed.

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