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METALLOIDS

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There are 2 meanings of the word Metalloids.

Metalloids - as a noun

An element, such as silicon or germanium, intermediate in properties between that of a metal and a nonmetal; especially one that exhibits the external characteristics of a metal, but behaves chemically more as a nonmetal.

The metallic base of a fixed alkali, or alkaline earth; applied to sodium, potassium, and some other metallic substances whose metallic character was supposed to be not well defined.

Example Sentences

"The periodic table classifies elements into three broad categories: metals, nonmetals, and metalloids."
"Boron and silicon are often referred to as metalloids."
"Some common metalloids include antimony, tellurium, and germanium."
"The properties of metalloids make them useful in various industries, such as electronics and semiconductors."
"Metals tend to be malleable and ductile, while metalloids show properties of both metals and nonmetals."
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Is METALLOIDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, metalloids is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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METALLOIDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is METALLOIDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, metalloids is valid for Words With Friends
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METALLOIDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is METALLOIDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, metalloids is valid for WordFeud
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METALLOIDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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