Question

If you are given two samples how do you distungish which one is metal and which is non-metal?

Answer 1

The two samples may be metal or nonmetal, so we can test by checking their physical properties like is substance is hard or soft . Electrical conductivity, ductility, sonorous, malleability, lustrous etc

Answer 2

There are two types of metals and non-metals. Metals are good conductors of heat and electricity where as non-metals and insulators. Examples of metals are steel, aluminium, iron, etc. Examples of non-metals are wood, rubber, plastic, etc.