A new element


This task is about how to find out if something is a metal.

Question 1Change answer

Imagine you are a scientist who has discovered a new element. The element is an orange coloured solid. 
In the table below, write four tests you could try with the new element to see if it is a metal.
Write the results you would expect if it was a metal.
Test 1
Results which would show the element is a metal

Question 2Change answer

Test 2
Results which would show the element is a metal

Question 3Change answer

Test 3
Results which would show the element is a metal

Question 4Change answer

Test 4
Results which would show the element is a metal
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