Some properties are listed in the following Table. Distinguish between metals and non-metals on the basis of these properties.​

Properties​	Metals​	Non-metals​
1. Appearance​	​	​
2. Hardness​	​	​
3. Malleability​	​	​
4. Ductility​	​	​
5. Heat Conduction​	​	​
6. Conduction of Electricity​	​	​

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The properties of metals and non-metals are as follows:​

Properties​	Metals​	Non-metals​
1. Appearance​	Lustrous​	Dull​
2. Hardness​	Generally hard​	Soft (except diamond)​
3. Malleability​	Malleable​	Non-malleable​
4. Ductility​	Ductile​	Non-ductile​
5. Heat Conduction​	Good conductor​	Poor conductor​
6. Conduction of Electricity​	Good conductor​	Poor conductor​