Question

what is the currect defination of metals and non metals

Answer 1

Metals- substances which gives electrons.
Non metals- which take electrons to co.plete it's octet.
Exception- graphite is a non metal but is good conducter. Due to presence of valence electrons

Answer 2

Explanation:

Metal is a substance which is lustrous, sonorous, ductile, and is a good conductor of heat and electricity.