Question

write down the differences between metal and nonmetals

Answer 1

Answer:

As against non-metals are the elements which are usually soft. ... Generally, the elements containing 1,2 or 3 electrons in the valence shell of their structure are known as metals. While the elements with 4, 5, 6 or 7 electrons in their outermost shell are known as non-metals.

Answer 2

Answer:

Metals

•They are lustrous

•They are solid at room temperature except Mercury.

•They are malleable

Non Metals

•They are non lustrous

•They are not solid exept diamond at room temperature

•They are non malleable

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