Metalloids

Metalloids

Metalloids are elements that exhibit properties of both metals and nonmetals.They are found along a zigzag line on the periodic table, acting as a boundary between metals and nonmetals. This zigzag line runs between Groups 13 and 17, separating the metallic elements on the left from the nonmetallic elements on t...

Have you ever heard of elements that behave like both metals and nonmetals? These unique elements are called metalloids.

There are just seven metalloids found along the zigzag line on the periodic table, separating metals from nonmetals.

Because of this position, they share properties with both groups, making them versatile and esse...