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Periodic Table

Question 2 • GA-GSE Physical Science A

Which properties are characteristics of nonmetals? Check all that apply.malleablebrittlesolid at room temperaturelow densityelectrical insulatorthermal conductor

Answer
A
malleable
B
brittle
C
solid at room temperature
D
low density
E
electrical insulator
F
thermal conductor

Explanation

Solid nonmetals are generally brittle rather than malleable, and nonmetals tend to have low density. They also usually do not allow electric current to flow, so they are electrical insulators. Not all nonmetals are solid at room temperature, and they are generally poor thermal conductors.

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