Metallic Bonding Flashcards
1
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Properties of metals
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- Shiny
- Good conductivity
- High density
- High melting point
2
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Metallic structure and bonding
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- A giant lattice of positively charged metal ions
- Has a sea of delocalized electrons
3
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Metallic bonds
A
Strong electrostatic forces of attraction between positive metal ions and delocalised electrons
4
Q
Metals: why are they malleable?
A
If a force is applied to a metal:
- Layers of positive ions slide over each other
5
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Metals: solubility
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Metals are insoluble in water
6
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Metals: electrical conductivity
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Metals contain delocalized electrons which can move through the structure
