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Metal
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A class of elements characterized by physical properties that include shininess, malleability, ductility, and conductivity.
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Luster
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the way a mineral reflects light from its surface.
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Ductile
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A term used to describe a material that can be pulled out into a long wire. |
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Thermal Conductivity
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The ability of an object to transfer heat.
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Electrical Conductivity
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The ability of an object to carry electric current.
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Reactivity
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The ease and speed with which an element combines, or reacts, with other elements and compounds.
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Corrosion
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The gradual wearing away of a metal element due to chemical reaction.
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Alkali Metal
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An element in Group 1 of the periodic table.
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Alkaline Earth Metal
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An element in Group 2 of the periodic table. |
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Transition metal
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One of the elements in Groups 3 through 12 of the periodic table.
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