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Differentiate metals and non-metals based on their reaction with oxygen, water and acids. [3 marks]

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Metals Non-metals
Generally react with oxygen to form basic oxides [0.5 marks] Generally react with oxygen to form acidic oxides [0.5 marks]
Generally react with water to produce either metal hydroxides or metal oxides along with the liberation of hydrogen gas [0.5 marks] Generally do not react with water [0.5 marks]
Generally react with acids to produce metal salts and hydrogen gas [0.5 marks] Generally do not react with acids [0.5 marks]

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