Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · CHEMISTRY · Section
Differences between the properties of metals and non-metals
19 practice questions
Practice questions
1–8 of 8 · Normal
Question 1
2 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →State one example of a metal and one example of a non-metal. For each, identify whether it conducts electricity or not.
Question 2
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →(a)[2 marks]State what is meant by a basic oxide and give one example of a basic oxide formed by a metal.
(b)[2 marks]Explain, using a chemical equation, how an acidic oxide formed by a non-metal reacts with an alkali.
Question 3
3 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Titanium is a metal with a melting point of about 1670°C, and sulfur is a non-metal with a melting point of about 115°C. Calculate the difference in melting points between titanium and sulfur. Give your answer and then, using this data, explain one difference in the physical properties of metals and non-metals.
Question 4
3 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Graphite is a form of carbon, a non-metal. Unlike most non-metals, graphite conducts electricity. Explain why graphite is an exception among non-metals in terms of electrical conductivity.
Question 5
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Some metal and non-metal oxides and their reactions Oxide Type Reacts with acid? Reacts with alkali? CuO Metal Yes No SO2 Non-metal No Yes Al2O3 Metal Yes Yes CO Non-metal No No (a)[1 mark]Identify one oxide in the table that is amphoteric.
(b)[1 mark]Give a reason for your answer to (a).
(c)[1 mark]State which oxide in the table is neutral.
(d)[1 mark]Name one oxide that reacts with alkalis to form salts.
Question 6
1 mark · Normal
Answer and check →Which of the following is a common physical property of most non-metals?
- A.They are shiny when polished.
- B.They are malleable.
- C.They are brittle when solid.
- D.They conduct electricity well.
Question 7
2 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →State one exception to the general rule that metals are solid at room temperature, and one exception to the rule that non-metals do not conduct electricity.
Question 8
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →(a)[2 marks]State the general rule for the acid–base character of oxides of metals and of non-metals.
(b)[2 marks]Give a specific example of (i) a basic oxide and (ii) an acidic oxide. Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction of the acidic oxide with sodium hydroxide.