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Elements are mainly classified into metals & non-metals. State six properties of metals which differ from non-metals.

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Six properties of metals which differ from non-metals are as below:

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No.		PropertiesMetalsNon-metals
1.State of matterMetals are generally solids at room temperature.Non-metals are gases, liquids, and soft solids at room temperature.
2.LustrousMetals have lustre i.e., shineNon-metals do not have lustre i.e., do not shine.
3.MalleabilityMetals are malleable i.e., can be beaten into sheets.Non-metals are non-malleable i.e., cannot be beaten into sheets.
4.DuctilityMetals are ductile i.e., can be drawn into wires.Non-metals are non-ductile i.e., cannot be drawn into wires.
5.ConductivityMetals are good conductors of heat and electricity.Non-metals are poor conductors of heat and electricity.
6.Melting and boiling pointsMetals have high melting and boiling points.Non-metals have low melting and boiling points.

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