Question

What is non metal?

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Answer 1

Non-metals are the elements which form negative ions by accepting or gaining electrons. Non-metals usually have 4, 5, 6 or 7 electrons in their outermost shell. Non-metals are those which lack all the metallic attributes. They are good insulators of heat and electricity. They are mostly gases and sometimes liquid.

Answer 2

The element which can not loose electron easily and having electronagtive character is called non-metal it has following property-1. it can not conduct heat and electricity1. it is netiher ductile not malleable3. it is not lsuturous and also not sonorous