Choose the element from the list that best fits this description: "This element is in a family of elements that have characteristics of both metals and nonmetals. It is often used as a semi- conductor in electric circuitry, but it is not malleable." A. Sodium (Na) B. Calcium (Ca) Oc. Argon (Ar) D. Tellurium (Te)

Choose the element from the list that best fits this description: "This element is in a family of elements that have characteristics of both metals and nonmetals. It is often used as a semi- conductor in electric circuitry, but it is not malleable." A. Sodium (Na) B. Calcium (Ca) Oc. Argon (Ar) D. Tellurium (Te)

Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation

9th Edition

ISBN:9781337399425

Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Chapter4: Chemical Foundations: Elements, Atoms, And Ions

Section: Chapter Questions

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