metals nonmetals elements compounds
I am hesitating between 4 options to answer the following question, which option should I choose?
Question: Scientists classify matter into various groups. Which group is typically described by the characteristics listed below? • usually solid at room temperature • can be bent or changed in shape without breaking • show a shiny luster when scratched or polished
Possibilities:
- metals
- nonmetals
- elements
- compounds

metals