Metals

Metals
Definition:
Metals are composed of elements which rapidly gives a metallic bond and electrical conductivity.
Characteristics:
Metals generally posses in the following characteristics like

Luster 
Hardness 
Low Specific Heat
Plastic Deformation
Good Electrical and Thermal Conductivity
High Melting Points (M.P)
Strength
Ductility
Malleability
Opaquity
Stiffness
Rigidity
Machine ability
Formability
Weld ability
Cast ability
Dimensional Stability

Examples:
Here are some common metals which are employed for many purposes in industries home etc
Iron (Fe),Copper (Cu),Aluminum (Al),Zinc (Zn) etc