Which of the following property is generally found in non-metals?

  1. Ductility
  2. Malleability
  3. Conductivity
  4. Brittleness
  5. None of the above

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Option 4 : Brittleness
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Explanation:

  • The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is known as malleability, e.g. copper, aluminium.
  • The property of metals by which they can be drawn into thin wires is known as ductility, e.g. gold, silver.
  • Metals are malleable and ductile in nature whereas non-metals are neither malleable nor ductile; they are brittle.
  • Non-metal does not conduct the electricity as well as heat. ex, wood, plastic, etc.
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