Question

Metalloids are substances which show the characteristics of both metals and non metal.Why aren't the exceptions of metals or non metals considered

Answer 1

Answer:

Metalloids are substances which show the characteristics of both metals and nonmetals metals

Explanation:

but they aren't metals and nonmetals because As compared to metals, they have low density and will melt at low temperatures. The shape of nonmetals cannot be changed easily because they are brittle and will break. Elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals are called metalloids. They can be shiny or dull and their shape is easily changed