Metals and Non-Metals

• What is a metal?


  An element which forms positive ions when they react.
• Where are metals found on the periodic table?


  Metals are found on the left side of the periodic table.
• Where are non metals found on the periodic table?


  Non metals are found on the right side of the periodic table.
• How can an atom react to form a full outer shell?


  By gaining, losing, or sharing electrons.
• Is it easier for metals or non metals to form positive ions?

  Metals
• What are the 3 physical properties of metals?


  Strong, Good conductors, High boiling and melting points.
• Non metals tend to be more dull looking and aren’t always solid at room temperature.
• Where are transition metals found?


  In the middle of the periodic table.
• Transition metals have similar properties of standard metals.
• Transition metals have more than one ion. For example, copper.
• What can transition metals be used as?


  Catalysts