Metallic Flashcards
1
Q
What is metallic bonding?
A
Is the electrostatic force of attraction between the positive metal ions and the delocalised electrons
Happens inside a sample of metal or between metals
2
Q
What are 4 properties of metals?
A
Mellable (can be bend)
Ductile (can be stretched into a wire)
Can easily slide over one another due to the regular row of ions
Good conductor of electricity and heat as the delocalised electrons are free so they can take up charge
