Metalloids Can Express the Characteristics of Both Metals and Nonmetals

question 44

Multiple Choice

Metalloids can express the characteristics of both metals and nonmetals. Which of the elements below is more likely to have the characteristics of a metal than a nonmetal?

• A)As
• B)Se
• C)Si
• D)Sb

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