| − | A shiny, [[solid]] substance, such as [[iron]]. They contrast with the [[nonmetal]]s. It is very difficult, if not impossible, to break metals.
| + | Metals are shiny, [[solid]], and conductive substances, such as [[iron]]. They contrast with the [[nonmetal]]s. They are found on the left side of the [[Periodic Table]]. Most [[elements]] are metals. It is very difficult, if not impossible, to break metals. |