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Ch.2 - Atoms & Elements
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Capitolo 2, Problema 64

Write the symbol for each element and classify it as a metal, nonmetal, or metalloid. a. gold b. fluorine c. sodium d. tin e. argon

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1. The symbol for gold is Au. Gold is a metal. It is a good conductor of heat and electricity, malleable, and ductile, which are typical properties of metals.
2. The symbol for fluorine is F. Fluorine is a nonmetal. It is a poor conductor of heat and electricity, and it is not malleable or ductile. These are typical properties of nonmetals.
3. The symbol for sodium is Na. Sodium is a metal. Like gold, it is a good conductor of heat and electricity, malleable, and ductile.
4. The symbol for tin is Sn. Tin is a metal. It shares the same properties as gold and sodium, being a good conductor of heat and electricity, malleable, and ductile.
5. The symbol for argon is Ar. Argon is a nonmetal. Like fluorine, it is a poor conductor of heat and electricity, and it is not malleable or ductile.

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Periodic Table Classification

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