metalloids

[US]/ˈmɛtəˌlɔɪdz/
[UK]/ˈmɛtəˌlɔɪdz/
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Translation

n.elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals
adj.having characteristics of metals

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metalloids have properties of both metals and non-metals.

silicon is one of the most common metalloids used in electronics.

metalloids can conduct electricity, but not as well as metals.

some metalloids are essential for plant growth.

researchers study metalloids to develop new materials.

metalloids like arsenic can be toxic in high concentrations.

understanding the properties of metalloids is important in chemistry.

metalloids are often used in semiconductors.

some metalloids can form covalent bonds with other elements.

the classification of metalloids helps in understanding the periodic table.

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