Question

2 matching 20 points match each element to the correct classification. fluorine (f) arsenic (as) copper (cu) metal metalloid nonmetal

Explanation:

• Fluorine (F) is a non - metal. It is a highly reactive gas and belongs to the halogen group in the periodic table. Halogens are non - metals.
• Arsenic (As) is a metalloid. Metalloids have properties intermediate between metals and non - metals. Arsenic has some metallic and some non - metallic characteristics.
• Copper (Cu) is a metal. It is a good conductor of electricity and heat, has a metallic luster, and is malleable and ductile, which are typical properties of metals.

Answer:

fluorine (F) - nonmetal, arsenic (As) - metalloid, copper (Cu) - metal