Elements and the Periodic Table
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An element that shares properties with metals and nonmetals, like a semiconductor
Metalloid
An element that shares properties with metals and nonmetals, like a semiconductor. Metalloid. A metalloid is an element that has characteristics of both metals and nonmetals and can conduct electricity under certain conditions.

The breakdown of an unstable atomic nucleus, this releases particles and energy
Radioactive decay
The breakdown of an unstable atomic nucleus, this releases particles and energy. Radioactive decay. Radioactive decay is the process where an unstable atom releases energy and particles to become more stable.

A material that conducts electricity under certain conditions, it has properties of both metals and nonmetals
Semiconductor
A material that conducts electricity under certain conditions, it has properties of both metals and nonmetals. Semiconductor. A semiconductor is a substance that can control electrical currents, making it crucial for electronic devices like computers and smartphones.

An element in Group 3 to Group 12 of the periodic table, they are all metals
Transition element
An element in Group 3 to Group 12 of the periodic table, they are all metals. Transition element. Transition elements are metals with unique properties like forming colorful compounds due to their ability to use different electron shells for bonding.