Metals As Conductors

Question 1

Why are metals good conductors?

Answer 1

Metals conduct heat and electricity well. This is because of the delocalised electrons that are around the layers of positive ions.

Question 2

Why are metals good electrical conductors?

Answer 2

• Metals are good conductors of electricity because their delocalised electrons can carry a charge within the structure.
• The electrons move from the negative terminal to the positive terminal.

Question 3

Why are metals good conductors of heat?

Answer 3

delocalised electrons can also carry heat energy within the structure.