Question

unit 5 l test
a property of most nonmetals in the solid state is that they are
brittle
malleable
good conductors of electricity
good conductors of heat

Explanation:

• Brittle: Non - metals in the solid state are generally brittle. For example, sulfur is a non - metal in solid state and is brittle.
• Malleable: Malleability (the ability to be hammered into thin sheets) is a property of metals. Non - metals do not have this property.
• Good conductors of electricity: Good electrical conductivity is a property of metals due to the presence of free electrons. Non - metals (except for some like graphite) are poor conductors of electricity.
• Good conductors of heat: Good thermal conductivity is also a property of metals. Non - metals are generally poor conductors of heat.

Answer:

Brittle