what are the difference between metals and non metals?

Metals tend to be hard, metallic-looking solids, 

Explanation:

Metals tend to be hard, metallic-looking solids, with high electrical and thermal conductivity values and high melting and boiling points. Nonmetals tend to be softer, often colorful elements. They may be solids, liquids, or gases

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your answer would be “dry”