Metals Flashcards
1
Q
What is metallic bonding
A
The electrostatic force between positively charged ions and delocalised electrons
2
Q
Do metallic elements conduct
A
Yes because they contain delocalised electrons
3
Q
True or false all metals are soluble in water
A
False all metals are insoluble in water
4
Q
What is formed when a metal reacts with water
A
Metal hydroxide and hydrogen
5
Q
What is the reactivity series of metals from most to least
A
Potassium, sodium, lithium, calcium, magnesium, aluminium, zinc, iron, tin, copper, mercury, silver and gold