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nonmetal

 

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Adjective nonmetal has 1 sense
  1. nonmetallic, nonmetal - not containing or resembling or characteristic of a metal; "nonmetallic elements"

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Nonmetal

Definition: Nonmetal is a chemical element or substance that lacks metallic properties, characterized by low electrical conductivity and typically having low melting and boiling points.

Examples:

  1. Noun: Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen are examples of nonmetals.
  2. Adjective: The nonmetallic elements form a diverse group with various chemical properties.
  3. Adjective: The nonmetal compounds can exhibit a wide range of reactivity.
  4. Adverb: The gas does not conduct electricity because it behaves nonmetallically.

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