Question

categorization 3 points
classify the following as metals or nonmetals.
metals
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nonmetals
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possible answers
barium
potassium
iodine
nitrogen
phosphorus
calcium

Explanation:

Metals are elements that are typically shiny, good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable, and ductile. Non - metals are elements that lack these properties. Barium, Potassium, and Calcium are metals as they have metallic properties. Iodine, Nitrogen, and Phosphorus are non - metals as they do not have the characteristics of metals.

Answer:

Metals: Barium, Potassium, Calcium
Nonmetals: Iodine, Nitrogen, Phosphorus