'''Metals''' are shiny, [[solid]], and [[conductive]] [[element]]s. A common example is [[iron]]. They contrast with the [[nonmetal]]s. They are generally found on the left side of the [[periodic table of the elements|periodic table]]. Most [[elements]] are metals. Some metals are very strong and light, like [[titanium]] and [[aluminum]]. Others are soft and heavy, like [[lead]]. The [[Alkali Metal|alkali metals]] and [[alkaline earth metal]]s have to be stored in oil because they react with water and air very easily. Most metals are [[reducing agent]]s. | '''Metals''' are shiny, [[solid]], and [[conductive]] [[element]]s. A common example is [[iron]]. They contrast with the [[nonmetal]]s. They are generally found on the left side of the [[periodic table of the elements|periodic table]]. Most [[elements]] are metals. Some metals are very strong and light, like [[titanium]] and [[aluminum]]. Others are soft and heavy, like [[lead]]. The [[Alkali Metal|alkali metals]] and [[alkaline earth metal]]s have to be stored in oil because they react with water and air very easily. Most metals are [[reducing agent]]s. |