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Metalloids

Question 5 • GA-GSE Physical Science A

Which statement describes a property that is unique to metalloids?

Answer
A
Metalloids are shiny.
B
Metalloids are semiconductive.
C
Metalloids are solid.
D
Metalloids are brittle.

Explanation

Metalloids have electrical conductivity between that of metals and nonmetals, so they act as semiconductors. This semiconductive behavior is the property that distinguishes them. Shiny and brittle traits can also occur in other elements, and being solid is not unique to metalloids.

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