Use the periodic table to answer the question.



Based on patterns in the periodic table, which element is the least malleable in its solid state?

(1 point)
Responses

copper (Cu)
copper (Cu)

antimony (Sb)
antimony (Sb)

phosphorus (P)
phosphorus (P)

strontium (Sr)

1 answer

Based on patterns in the periodic table, phosphorus (P) is the least malleable in its solid state. Malleability is a property typically associated with metals, and phosphorus is a non-metal. Copper, strontium, and antimony are all metals (or metalloid), and they are generally more malleable than non-metals. Therefore, the correct response is:

phosphorus (P)