Question

Container 1 is clear, bends easily, and quickly melts when near a flame. Container 2 is not clear, difficult to dent, and does not melt near a flame. Which container is most likely metal? Support your answer with evidence based on the given properties

Answer 1

Answer: Container 1 is clear, bends easily, and quickly melts when near a flame. Container 2 is not clear, difficult to dent, and does not melt near a flame. Which container is most likely metal? Support your answer with evidence based on the given properties

Explanation: Container 1 is clear, bends easily, and quickly melts when near a flame. Container 2 is not clear, difficult to dent, and does not melt near a flame. Which container is most likely metal? Support your answer with evidence based on the given properties

Answer 2

Container 2 is most likely a metal

Step-by-step explanation:

The physical properties of metals include the following;

1. They have high boiling and melting points.

2. They can not be easily stretched.

3. They are good conductors of electricity.

4. They are malleable and ductile.

5. They are generally solids with the exception of mercury.

Based on the properties mentioned above we can conclude that container 2 is metal because;

• It is not clear and this is a property of solids
• It is difficult to dent which means that it is not easily stretched.
• It does not melt near a flame due to its high boiling and melting points.