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Explain the terms malleable and ductile with examples.

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i.The ability of metals to be beaten into thin sheets is called malleability and the metals are said to be malleable. E.g. Gold, silver, etc.
ii. The ability of metals to be drawn into thin wires is called ductility and the metals are said to be ductile. E.g. Gold, copper, etc.
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