Final Answer:
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. T
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Explanation:
Let’s go through each statement one by one:
1. *Metals are solid at room temperature, except for mercury.*
✔ True. Almost all metals (like iron, copper, aluminum) are solids at room temperature. Mercury is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature — it’s used in old thermometers.
2. *Nonmetals tend to lose electrons and metals tend to gain electrons.*
✘ False. It’s the opposite! Metals tend to
lose electrons (they become positive ions), and nonmetals tend to
gain electrons (they become negative ions). For example, sodium (metal) loses 1 electron; chlorine (nonmetal) gains 1 electron.
3. *Metals are not ductile or malleable.*
✘ False. Metals
are ductile (can be drawn into wires) and malleable (can be hammered into thin sheets). Think of copper wires or aluminum foil — both are metals and show these properties.
4. *Metals are good conductors of heat and electricity.*
✔ True. That’s why we use copper or aluminum in electrical wires and pots/pans for cooking — they let heat and electricity flow easily.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of metals nonmetals metalloids worksheet.
