Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · CHEMISTRY · Section
Differences between the properties of metals and non-metals
19 practice questions
Practice questions
1–3 of 3 · Hard
Question 1
2 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →State the acid–base character of the oxides formed by sodium and chlorine. Use one phrase each.
Question 2
5 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →The elements magnesium and sulfur have very different properties. Answer the following questions about them.
(a)[2 marks]State two typical physical properties that distinguish metals from non-metals.
(b)[2 marks]For each of the properties stated in part (a), describe how magnesium and sulfur show these properties.
(c)[1 mark]Name one exception to a typical physical property of metals or non-metals and give a specific example.
Question 3
2 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →Hydrogen is found in Group 1 of the Periodic Table but is not a typical metal. Use examples to describe one way in which its electrical conductivity is different from most metals.