Question

In nature most of the elements are
A
Nonmetals.

B
Metals.

C
Metalloids.

D
None of these.

Answer 1

Answer:

Elements are classified into - Metals - Non-metals - Metalloids - Noble gases. State which of A, B, C, D is a -

1. Metallic element

2. Non-metallic element

3. Metalloid

4. Noble gas.

A : Is non-malleable, non-ductile & a poor conductor of electricity

B : Has lustre, is malleable and ductile & a good conductor of heat

C : Is unreactive and inert and present In traces in air

D : Shows properties of both metals and non-metals.

Explanation:

A : Non-metallic element

B : Metallic element

C : Noble gas.

D : Metalloid