Which of the following best describes a metal?

Question

Brittle, shiny, and solid
Brittle, dull, and low density
Malleable, shiny, and able to conduct heat or electricity
Malleable, dull, and solid, liquid, or gas at room temperature

Answer 1

The option that best describes a metal is:

Malleable, shiny, and able to conduct heat or electricity.

Metals are generally malleable (can be shaped or bent), have a shiny appearance (metallic luster), and are good conductors of heat and electricity.