nonmetal

[US]/nɒnˈmɛtəl/
[UK]/nɑnˈmɛtəl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a chemical element that is not a metal; nonmetallic element

Phrases & Collocations

nonmetal element

nonmetal compound

nonmetal properties

nonmetallic bond

nonmetal category

nonmetal usage

nonmetal resources

nonmetal classification

nonmetal form

nonmetal characteristics

Example Sentences

nonmetals are essential for life.

carbon is a common nonmetal found in organic compounds.

nonmetals typically have high electronegativities.

in the periodic table, nonmetals are located on the right side.

nonmetals can form covalent bonds with other elements.

oxygen is a vital nonmetal for respiration.

phosphorus is another important nonmetal in fertilizers.

nonmetals exist in various forms, such as gases and solids.

nonmetals are poor conductors of electricity.

chlorine is a reactive nonmetal used in disinfectants.

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