Metallic Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What Types Of elements are involved in metallic bonding ?
A
Metals only
2
Q
Are metallic bonds strong or weak ?
A
Strong
3
Q
What Does Delocalised Mean ?
A
The electrons are free to move
4
Q
Why are metals good conductors of electricity
A
They contain delocalised electrons that are free to move and carry the charge
5
Q
How are the atoms bonded together ?
A
Electrostatic forces of attraction between a positive nucleus and the negative atom