Compare the chemical properties of metals and non-metals in tabular form.

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Chemical properties of metals

Chemical properties of non-metals

Easily corrodible

Can lose electrons

Form basic oxides

Have lower electronegativities

Good reducing agents

The number of electrons in the outer shell is generally 4-8

Easily gain or lose valence electrons

Form acidic oxides whenever they come in contact with oxygen

High electronegative elements

Great oxidizing agents

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Metal	Non-metal
(i) Malleable Form positive ions. (iv)	Poor conductors of heat (ii) (iii) Form acidic oxides

Chemical properties of metals	Chemical properties of non-metals
Easily corrodible Can lose electrons Form basic oxides Have lower electronegativities Good reducing agents	The number of electrons in the outer shell is generally 4-8 Easily gain or lose valence electrons Form acidic oxides whenever they come in contact with oxygen High electronegative elements Great oxidizing agents