Physical properties of metals and non metals

Malleability is a physical property that means a solid piece of metal can be hammered into a shape.

Brittle refers to a material that easily breaks into pieces when it falls.

Ductility is the ability of a material to be drawn into a wire.

Nonmetals are typically brittle.

Metals are malleable, meaning they can be shaped without breaking.

It means the material can be easily drawn into a wire.

Brittle is the opposite of malleable.

Yes, metals can conduct electricity.

An example of a nonmetal is sulfur.

Lustre refers to the shiny appearance of metals.