Metals Flashcards
1
Q
What are the properties of metals?
A
In general, metals:
Have high melting and boiling points
Have high densities
Are good conductors
Are malleable
2
Q
How does metallic bonding work?
A
The positive metal ions are closely packed together and cannot move.
They are surrounded by a ‘sea’ of delocalised electrons that allow the metals to conduct heat and electricity
3
Q
What is the name of group 2 elements?
A
Group 2 elements are known as alkaline earth metals
