JAMB Chemistry 2005 Question 45

Question 45

Periodic Table

Metalloids are also referred to as

  1. A.semi-metals
  2. B.metals
  3. C.colloids
  4. D.non-metals
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (semi-metals)

Explanation

Metalloids such as silicon have properties between metals and non-metals, so they are called semi-metals.