Question

which term allows a metal to be stretched into a wire?
○ malleable
○ ductile
○ shiny
○ conductor

Explanation:

• Malleable describes a metal's ability to be hammered into sheets.
• Ductile refers to a metal's ability to be stretched into wires.
• Shiny is a visual property (lustre) of metals.
• Conductor refers to a metal's ability to carry electricity/heat.

Answer:

B. Ductile