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Physical Properites
Chemistry
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Metal | A solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and ductile, with good electrical and thermal conductivity |
| Nonmetal | An element or substance that is not a metal. |
| Metalloid | An element (e.g. arsenic, antimony, or tin) whose properties are intermediate between those of metals and solid nonmetals or semiconductors. |
| Ductile | The ability to be drawn out into a thin wire. |
| Luster | Refers to the way an objects surface reflects light. |
| Conductivity | The degree to which a specified material conducts electricity. |
| Malleability | Refers to the way most metals can be hammered or rolled into thin sheets. |
| Physical Property | Is a characteristic of matter that may be observed and measured without changing the chemical identity of the object. |