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Why does calcium float in water?

Important Questions on Metals and Non-metals

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Name the property of metals, given by the following statement:

Metals have a shining surface.

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Name the property of metals, given by the following statement:

Metals can be beaten into thin sheets.

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Name the property of metals, given by the following statement.

Metals can be drawn into thin wires.

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Out of two elements X and Y, X is malleable and ductile, on the other hand. Y is non-malleable and non-ductile. Which one is a metal?
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Out of two elements X and Y, X is malleable and ductile, on the other hand. Y is non-malleable and non-ductile. Which one is a nonmetal?
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Out of two elements X and Y, X is malleable and ductile, on the other hand. Y is non-malleable and non-ductile. Which one forms cations?
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Out of two elements X and Y, X is malleable and ductile, on the other hand. Y is non-malleable and non-ductile. Which one forms anions?
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How would you distinguish between samples of metals and nonmetals using a dry cell, a torch bulb with holder, wires, and crocodile clips?