Chapter 16.3, Problem 16R

To determine

To Draw: A circle graph showing the percentage of elements as metals, metalloids, and non-metals

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

According to the periodic table, 80% of the total elements are metals, 15% of the elements are non-metals and the remaining are metalloids.

In the periodic table (total 118 elements) the percentage of the metals, non-metals, and metalloids is 80%, 15%, and 5% respectively.

  

Conclusion:

The circle graph/pie chart shows the percentage of metals, nonmetals, and metalloids (80%, 15%, and 5% respectively).