everyday science MCQ #969

Which chemical element has properties of both a metal and a non-metal?

everyday science MCQ #969

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which chemical element has properties of both a metal and a non-metal?

    • A) Metalloid
    • B) Lanthanide
    • C) Actinide
    • D) Graphite

    Answer: Metalloid

    Explanation: Metalloids (e.g., silicon, germanium, arsenic) exhibit properties intermediate between metals and non-metals, such as semiconductivity, making them useful in electronics.