Differences between Metals and Non-metals

What do metals appear like?

They are shiny when polished

What do non-metals appear like?

They have a dull appearance.

How do metals react with oxygen?

To form basic oxides.

How do non-metals react with oxygen?

React to form acidic oxides.

Are metals good conductors of heat\electricity?

Yes

Are non-metals good conductors of heat\electricity?

No

What ions do metals form?

Positive ions

What ions do non-metal’s form?

Most form negative ions, except hydrogen which forms a positive ion.

What does malleable mean?

Able to be hammered or pressed into shape without breaking or cracking.

Are metals malleable?

Yes

Are non-metals malleable?

No

What are the melting\boiling points like for metals?

Very high

What are the melting\boiling points like for non-metals?

Low

What is the density of metal like?

They have high density.

What is the density of non-metals like?

They have low density.

What does ductile mean?

Able to be drawn out into a thin wire.

Are metals ductile?

Yes

Are non-metals ductile?

No

At what temperature is metal solid?

Most are solid at room temperature, with the exception of mercury which is a liquid.

At what temperature are non-metals solid?

Are solids, liquids or gases at room temperature.