Metal
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Physical States
Metal can refer to both solid materials like steel and liquid metals like mercury. The sculpture was made of solid metal, unlike the liquid metal used in thermometers.
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Conductivity
Metals can conduct electricity; wires are often made of metal like copper. Be careful with that wire; it's made of metal and can shock you.
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Common Uses
Many everyday items are made of metal, such as cutlery, tools, and coins. I dropped a metal fork on the floor, and it clattered loudly.