Question
Use the periodic table to answer the question.
The periodic table of elements shows element groups, periods, and element properties.
Based on patterns in the periodic table, which element is the least malleable in its solid state?
(1 point)
Responses
copper (Cu)
copper (Cu)
strontium (Sr)
strontium (Sr)
antimony (Sb)
antimony (Sb)
phosphorus (P)
phosphorus (P)
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The periodic table of elements shows element groups, periods, and element properties.
Based on patterns in the periodic table, which element is the least malleable in its solid state?
(1 point)
Responses
copper (Cu)
copper (Cu)
strontium (Sr)
strontium (Sr)
antimony (Sb)
antimony (Sb)
phosphorus (P)
phosphorus (P)
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Answers
GPT-4o mini
Based on trends in the periodic table, malleability generally decreases as you move from metals to nonmetals. Among the given options:
- **Copper (Cu)** is a metal and is known for its high malleability.
- **Strontium (Sr)** is also a metal, though it is a heavier alkaline earth metal and somewhat less malleable than copper.
- **Antimony (Sb)** is a metalloid and has lower malleability compared to metals.
- **Phosphorus (P)** is a nonmetal and is the least malleable among the listed elements.
Therefore, the element that is the least malleable in its solid state is **phosphorus (P)**.
- **Copper (Cu)** is a metal and is known for its high malleability.
- **Strontium (Sr)** is also a metal, though it is a heavier alkaline earth metal and somewhat less malleable than copper.
- **Antimony (Sb)** is a metalloid and has lower malleability compared to metals.
- **Phosphorus (P)** is a nonmetal and is the least malleable among the listed elements.
Therefore, the element that is the least malleable in its solid state is **phosphorus (P)**.