Which of the Following Statements Does Not Apply to Metalloids

question 111

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements does not apply to metalloids?

• A)The physical properties of metalloids resemble those of a metal.
• B)All metalloids are electrical insulators.
• C)Metalloids lie along the stair-step line beginning at boron.
• D)The chemical properties of metalloids are similar to nonmetals.
• E)Metalloids are also known as semi-metals.

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