nonmetal

Meanings

• noun

  A nonmetal is a chemical element that does not conduct electricity at standard temperatures and pressures. It is generally a poor conductor of heat as well.

  - "Nonmetals are typically found in group 15 and 16 of the periodic table."
  - "Carbon is the most common nonmetal and forms the basis of all known life."

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Variants

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nonmetal , nonmetals

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Etymology

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The term 'nonmetal' comes from the Latin word 'metallum' meaning 'mine, metal'. The prefix 'non-' means 'not'.

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Trivia

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1. The lightest nonmetal is Hydrogen, while the heaviest is Oganesson.

2. Nonmetals are also called 'anions' when they have a negative charge.

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1. Electronegativity: A nonmetal's electronegativity is a measure of its attraction towards electrons. Nonmetals generally have higher electronegativities than metals.

2. Covalent Bonding: Nonmetals typically form covalent bonds with other nonmetals or metals, sharing electrons in pairs or multiples.

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Nonmetals have played an essential role in various scientific fields such as chemistry, physics, and materials science. They are used to form compounds with metals, resulting in a vast array of materials with unique properties.

How to Memorize "nonmetal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a periodic table with metals on the left and nonmetals on the right.
   - Visualize nonmetals as elements that do not conduct electricity under standard conditions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate nonmetals with elements found in groups 15 and 16 of the periodic table.
   - Link nonmetals with poor conductors of heat and electricity.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Non-conductors Near Me' to remember that nonmetals are not conductors.
   - Create a mental image of a nonmetal as a poor conductor to aid memorization.

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