metals

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what are the common properties shared by the majority of metals?

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The common properties of metals are:

being solid at room temperature (except mercury)
having a 'shiny' appearance
having high melting and boiling points
they can be deformed without breaking e.g. hammered into shapes or drawn out into wire
they are good conductors of electricity and heat
they are strong and hard
they make a deep, rich sound when struck

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