Some properties are listed in the following Table. Distinguish between metals and non-metals on the basis of these properties.

Fill in the blanks:

(a) Phosphorus is a very_______ non-metal.

(b) Metals are _______ conductors of heat and ________.

(c) Iron is _______ reactive than copper.

(d) Metals react with acids to produce ________ gas.

Mark 'T' if the statement is true and 'F' if it is false.

(a) Generally, non-metals react with acids. ( )

(b) Sodium is a very reactive metal. ( )

(c) Copper displaces zinc from zinc sulphate solution. ( )

(d) Coal can be drawn into wires. ( )

Give reasons for the following.

(a) Aluminium foils are used to wrap food items.

(b) Immersion rods for heating liquids are made up of metallic substances.

(c) Copper cannot displace zinc from its salt solution.

(d) Sodium and potassium are stored in kerosene.

Can you store lemon pickle in an aluminium utensil? Explain.