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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a physical characteristic of a metal?texturemalleablebrittlesemi-conductor
- 2. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a physical characteristic of a nonmetal?texturemalleablebrittlesemi-conductor
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a physical characteristic of a metalloid?texturemalleablebrittlesemi-conductor
- 4. Multiple ChoiceA student is examining the physical properties of a sample. The sample is malleable, but does not conduct electricity nor have luster. This sample would be a...metalnonmetalmetalloid
- 5. Multiple Choice
An element has properties of BOTH metals and nonmetals. WHERE would it be found in the periodic table?To the rightTo the lefton the zig zag line - 6. Multiple ChoiceIf a student observes a silvery solid that is malleable, good conductor, and ductile it is a...nonmetalmetalmetalloid
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhat does luster mean?Breaks into piecescan be hammered into thin sheetsNo shinereflects light, shiny
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWhat does brittle mean?Breaks into piecescan be hammered into thin sheetsNo shinereflects light shiny
- 9. Multiple ChoiceElements in the DARK gray area can best be described as -MalleableBrittleDullPoor conductors
- 10. Multiple ChoiceLook at the periodic table that is provided. Where would metals be located?to the left of the table in blueto the right of the table in pinkin the zigzag line in yellow
- 11. Multiple ChoiceLook at the periodic table that is provided. Where would nonmetals be located?to the left of the table in blueto the right of the table in pinkin the zigzag line in yellow
- 12. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a good conductor of heat?MetalNonmetalMetalloid
- 13. Multiple ChoiceAll of the following would classify an element as a metal except?DullLusterMalleableHard
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following properties refers to the ability of metals to be drawn into wires?A. malleabilityB. compressibilityC. ductilityD. luster
- 15. Multiple ChoiceSome students conducted a laboratory investigation to learn more about the physical properties of different elements. They observed four samples and recorded their observations in the table . Based on these observations, which sample is most likely a nonmetal?Sample 1Sample 2Sample 3Sample 4
- 16. Multiple Choice´Elizabeth was examining elements and their physical properties. She described an element is her science journal as having no shine, an insulator, and very brittle. What would this element be a metal, nonmetal, or metalloid?metalnonmetalmetalloid
- 17. Multiple ChoiceNon-metals are good conductors of heat and electricity.TRUEFALSE
- 18. Multiple ChoiceWhich is a metalloid?BoronAluminumLeadBismuth (Bi)
- 19. Multiple ChoiceThe elements argon, krypton, and xenon are all non-metals. What property would these elements have in common?Good conductor of thermal energyPoor conductor of electricityShiny, lustrous surfaceSoft and malleable
- 20. Multiple ChoiceA student is given a sample of an unknown substance. He is asked to determine if it is classified as a metal, a metalloid, or a nonmetal. He discovered that the unknown element conducted some heat and electricity, had a shiny luster, and broke easily. This element is most likely ametalnonmetalmetalloidcannot be determined
- 21. Multiple ChoiceIf an object is a better conductor of heat and electricity than nonmetals, but not as good of a conductor as metals, then it is a-semi-conductornon-conductorgood conductor
- 22. Multiple ChoiceSilicon is a semiconductor and has properties of both metals and nonmetals. What type of element is Silicon?MetalNonmetalMetalloidPretty
- 23. Multiple ChoiceHow would this element be classified?MetalNonmetalMetalloidMetamorphic
- 24. Multiple ChoiceAnytime you see the word SEMICONDUCTOR - what substance do you have?MetalNonmetalMetalloid
- 25. Multiple ChoiceIron (Fe) is classified as a metal while Silicon (Si) is classified as a metalloid. Which physical property do these two elements most likely have in common? They bothexist as gases at room temperaturehave a metallic shine or lusterare brittle and shatter easilyconduct electricity very well
- 26. Multiple ChoiceThe table shows the properties of four elements. Which element in the table is classified as a metal?ManganeseSulfurSiliconNeon
- 27. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following correctly lists the three main groups of elements from greatest conductivity to least conductivity?Nonmetals -metalloids-metalsmetals-nonmetals-metalloidsmetalloids-metals-nonmetalsmetals-metalloids-nonmetals
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhat physical properties are used to classify elements as metals, non-metals, or metalloids?Color, smell, physical stateReactivity, streak, hardnessAbility to burn, mass, densityLuster, conductivity, malleability
- 29. Multiple ChoiceWhich element is a metalloid?TitaniumSeleniumPotassiumPolonium
- 30. Multiple ChoiceElements in this area can best be described as -MalleableBrittleDullInsulators
- 31. Multiple ChoiceElements in this area can best be described as -Semi-conductorsInsulatorsDuctileSiny
- 32. Multiple ChoiceElements in this area can best be described as -Shiny and brittleInsulatorsGood conductorsDull and malleable
- 33. Multiple ChoiceI am a semiconductor, lustrous, brittle and a solid at room temperature. Who am I?MetalNonmetalMetalloidrubber band
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