Unit 1 - Metallic Bonding Flashcards
1
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Metallic Bonding Definition
A
-Between metals
The strong attraction between positive ions and ‘sea’ of delocalised electrons
2
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Metallic Bonding Properties
A
-Malleable
-Ductile(flexible)
-Conducts heat + electricity
- High MP+BP
-Always SOLID at room temperature
Strong electrostatic attraction between positive ions and electrons
3
Q
Describe the structure and Bonding of a metal
A
- Strong electrostatic attraction between positive ions and sea of delocalised electrons
- it has layers
- it has a lattice
- it is closely packed
4
Q
Alloy Definition
A
It is a mixture of 2 different types of metals
