Distinguish, compare, differentiate and explain what is the main difference between Metals and Non metals. Differences and Comparison
Difference between Metals and Non metals on the basis of chemical properties
| S.No. | Metals | Non Metals |
| 1 | On heating with oxygen forms an ionic oxide. They are basic in nature and which dissolve in water to form bases, which turn red litmus blue. | On heating with oxygen forms covalent oxides. They are acidic in nature and dissolve in water to form acids, which turn blue litmus red. |
| 2 | They are lustrous. | Non-lustrous except graphite. |
| 3 | Are a good conductor of electricity and heat. | Are nonconductors of heat and electricity except graphite. |
| 4 | All are solid except mercury. | Maybe solid, liquid or gaseous. |
| 5 | They are electropositive, they lose electrons readily and becomes positive ions. | They are electronegative, they gain electrons and become negative ions. |
| 6 | Are reducing agents. | Are good oxidizing agent. |
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Metals vs Non metals
Differences between Non metals vs Metals
