bonding in metals

Question 1

what are the physical properties of metals?

Answer 1

Hard 
Melting point.
Thermal properties.
Electrical conductivity.
Magnetic properties.

Question 2

what is the structure of pure metals like?

Answer 2

In the solid state, a pure metal has a giant metallic structure . The atoms are arranged in layers. When a force is applied, the layers may slide over each other. … The smaller or bigger atoms distort the layers of atoms in the pure metal.

Question 3

why are metals alloyed?

Answer 3

Alloying is done for many reasons, typically to increase strength, increase corrosion resistance, or reduce costs.

Question 4

why are alloys more often used than metals?

Answer 4

Alloys are, for example, generally harder than pure metals. They are made up of atoms of different sizes, rather than being uniform. … Alloys also tend to have better corrosion resistance than pure metals, and are more versatile for manipulating into different forms.