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What is the general name of the elements whose properties are intermediate between those of metals and non-metals?

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The elements whose properties are intermediate between the properties of metals and nonmetals are called Metalloids. For example, Boron, Silicon and Germanium are metalloids. Heat and electricity can pass through metalloids but not as easily as in metals. Metalloids are also called semiconductors.

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