Here's a breakdown:
* Malleability: The ability of a solid material to deform under compressive stress, i.e., to be hammered or rolled into thin sheets without cracking or breaking.
Examples of malleable materials:
* Gold: One of the most malleable metals, gold can be hammered into extremely thin sheets.
* Silver: Another highly malleable metal, often used in jewelry and coins.
* Copper: A good conductor of heat and electricity, copper is also malleable, making it useful for wiring and pipes.
* Aluminum: A lightweight and relatively inexpensive metal that is malleable and used in many applications, including cans and foil.
Note: Malleability is a physical property of materials, meaning it can be observed and measured without changing the chemical composition of the material.
