Which properties are characteristic of metalloids?

high electrical conductivity and a high melting point
low electrical conductivity and a low melting point
intermediate conductivity and a high melting point
intermediate conductivity and a low melting point

1 answer

Metalloids are characterized by intermediate conductivity, which means they have electrical conductivity levels between metals and nonmetals. Additionally, metalloids typically have relatively high melting points compared to nonmetals, but not necessarily as high as those of metals.

Therefore, the most accurate characterization of metalloids from your options would be:

intermediate conductivity and a high melting point.