NEETChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
Which of the following highlights a major difference between metals and nonmetals?
Options
- AMetals are typically gases, while non-metals are typically liquids.
- BMetals tend to gain electrons, while non-metals tend to lose electrons.
- CMetals have low electrical conductivity, while non-metals have high electrical conductivity.
- DMetals have a tendency to form positive ions, while non-metals have a tendency to form negative ions.
Correct answer
D. Metals have a tendency to form positive ions, while non-metals have a tendency to form negative ions.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (D) Metals have a tendency to form positive ions, while non-metals have a tendency to form negative ions.