| A | B |
|---|
| atom | smallest particle having the properties of an element |
| element | basic material consisting of only one kind of atom |
| mixture | combination of substances that keep their original properties |
| compound | substance with properties different than the elements comprising it |
| luster | ability to reflect light |
| malleable | can be hammered or pressed into shape without breaking |
| ductile | can be pulled into a wire |
| metals | elements sharing properties of luster, malleablity,ductility and conductivity |
| metalurgy | the science and technology of metals |
| ore | rock that is the source of metal |
| nonmetals | elements that are dull, brittle, and poor conductors |
| metaloids | elements having properties of both metals and nonmetals |
| coinage metals | gold, silver, copper, nickel, and zinc |
