Hmmm, it's been a while, but my periodic table says that carbon and phosphorus aren't metals. That's Reuters for you...
The term "metal" does not mean the same thing in astrophysics lingo as it does in chemistry and English. I believe astronomers use it to refer to any fusion products heavier than helium.
10 posted on 10/30/2002 1:13:37 PM PST by snarkpup