Chapter 17.1, Problem 1R

To determine

The way to test sample of an element to see if it is a metal.

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

Metals are those elements of the periodic table which have a shining surface, shows the malleability property, ductility property and which forms alloy with the other metals. These are the good conductors of electricity.

If the element is a good conductor of electricity,can be drawn into the wires or convert into the sheets then the given element sample is metal.

Conclusion:

If the sample element shows the properties of the metal, it should be metal.