Metallic Bonding Flashcards by Nelly niedziolka | Brainscape

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Definition

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Electrostatic force of attraction between positive metal ions and delocalised electrons

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3 factors affecting strength of bond

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Number of protons (nuclear attraction)
Number of delocalised electrons per atom
Size of ion

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Properties

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High melting point
Good conductor of electricity

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