Properties of Metallic Compunds Flashcards
1
Q
Why do metals have high melting point?
A
Electrostatic forces of attraction between cations and delocalized electrons are strong so require a lot of energy to change
2
Q
What metals are soluble in Water
A
Chloride, Bromide and Iodide
3
Q
Why are metals malleable
A
Because the layers of ions can slide past each other without disrupting the electrostatic force of attraction between the ions and electrons
4
Q
Metals can conduct electricity
A
Because delocalized electrons can move through the structure and carry charge
