Multiple Choice
Which property of metals is primarily due to the reflection of light off the delocalized electrons on their surface?
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10. Periodic Properties of the Elements
Periodic Trend: Metallic Character
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Which of the following is a characteristic commonly associated with metals?
A
They are generally brittle and break easily.
B
They are good conductors of electricity.
C
They have low melting points.
D
They tend to gain electrons to form anions.
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Understand the general properties of metals in chemistry, which include physical and chemical characteristics.
Recall that metals are typically good conductors of electricity due to the presence of free-moving electrons in their structure.
Recognize that metals are usually malleable and ductile, meaning they can be shaped without breaking, so they are not generally brittle.
Note that metals tend to have relatively high melting points compared to nonmetals, so low melting points are not a common characteristic.
Remember that metals tend to lose electrons to form cations, not gain electrons to form anions.
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