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Identify each of the following as a metal, nonmetal, or
Chapter 3, Problem 4SC(choose chapter or problem)
Identify each of the following as a metal, nonmetal, or metalloid:a. germaniumb. radonc. chromium
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Identify each of the following as a metal, nonmetal, or metalloid:a. germaniumb. radonc. chromium
ANSWER:Solution 4SCStep 1 of 2Here, we have to differentiate the metal,nonmetal or metalloid for the given elements.Metal:The substances have high electrical conductivity are called metal.Generally metals are shiny solids.They are malleable and ductile.melts at high temperature than nonmetals.Example: Silver (Ag) ,Copper (Cu).Nonmetal:These substances do not have the shiny surfaces.poor conductors of heat and electricity.They have low density and low melting points.Example :Hydrogen ,Carbon.Metalloids:The properties of these substances are intermediate between the metals and nonmetals.Example: Boron ,silicon. _____________________________________________________________________