Metalloid

Elements exhibiting properties between metals and nonmetals.

semimetal

Metalloids are chemical elements that exhibit properties intermediate between those of metals and nonmetals. They are also known as semimetals.

/ˈmɛtəlɔɪd/

The term 'metalloid' comes from the Greek words 'metal' and 'eidos,' meaning 'like metal.'

Metalloids are special elements that act like a mix of metals and nonmetals, sometimes behaving like one and sometimes the other.

What is a metalloid? An element with properties intermediate between those of metals and nonmetals
Which elements are considered metalloids? Boron, silicon, germanium, arsenic, antimony, tellurium
Why are metalloids useful? They're used in semiconductors and other electronic devices

semimetals

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boron silicon germanium arsenic antimony tellurium polonium

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