Question

What statement is true about the eight elements on the periodic table termed metalloids?
Group of answer choices

They are the only naturally occurring elements.

They are the only man-made elements.

They have properties of both metals and nonmetals.

They all have the same number of protons and neutrons.

Answer 1

Answer:

They have properties of both metals and nonmetals

Explanation:

• Elements in the periodic table may be divided into Metals, non-metals, and metalloids.
• Metals are the elements that react by losing electrons to form stable positively charged ions known as cations. Examples are group 1, 2, and 3 elements together with transition elements.
• Non-metals are those elements that react by gaining electrons to form stable negatively charged ions called anions. Examples include oxygen, carbon, sulfur, etc.
• Metalloids, on the other hand, are elements that have both metallic and non-metallic properties.
• Metalloids occur between metals and non-metals in the periodic table. Examples include Boron and silicon among others.