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1.2.3 Metals and non-metals

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Where are metals mainly located in the periodic table?

A

On the left and in the centre.

B

Metal atoms lose outer electrons to reach a full, stable outer shell.

C

They have almost full outer shells and gain electrons to complete them.

D
  • Dull
  • Poor conductors
  • Brittle if solid
  • Often low melting points

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1.2.3 Metals and non-metals Flashcards

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20 flashcards on AQA GCSE Chemistry 1.2.3 Metals and non-metals: the key terms, definitions and equations you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

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