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Differentiate between metals and non-metals on the basis of their chemical properties

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(i) Ion formation : Metals form positive ions and non-metals form negative ions.
(ii) Acidic nature : Metals form basic oxides and non-metals form acidic oxide.
(iii) Reaction with water : Metals react with water but non-metals do not.
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