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Question
Name two physical properties of carbon in which it's behaviour is not as expected from it's classification as non-metal.
Solution
Non-metals are generally soft. But carbon in the form of diamond is extremely hard.
Non-metals are generally non-lustrous. But carbon in the form of diamond is a lustrous (shiny) substance.
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