In which state does the element phosphorus exist at room temperature?

Identify and name the metals from the following elements whose electronic configurations are given below:
$(a)$ $2, 8, 2$
$(b)$ $2, 8, 1$
$(c)$ $2, 8, 7$
$(d)$ $2, 1$

Give an example of a metal which:
$(i)$ is a liquid at room temperature.
$(ii)$ can be easily cut with a knife.
$(iii)$ is the best conductor of heat.
$(iv)$ is a poor conductor of heat.

Generally,non-metals are not lustrous. Which of the following non-metal is lustrous?

Name one metal and one non-metal that are found in a liquid state at room temperature.

Aluminium is used for making cooking utensils. Which of the following properties of aluminium are responsible for the same?
$(i)$ Good thermal conductivity
$(ii)$ Good electrical conductivity
$(iii)$ Ductility
$(iv)$ High melting point