Key Area 3.1 - Metals Flashcards
1
Q
Why do metals conduct electricity
A
Electricity is a flow of electrons. For a substance to conduct electricity it must allow electrons to flow through it
2
Q
What happens during a reaction with metals and water
A
-> metal hydroxide + hydrogen
Group 1 and calcium
3
Q
What happens during a reaction with metals and acid
A
-> salt + hydrogen
Metals above hydrogen line
4
Q
What happens during a reaction with metals and oxygen
A
-> metal oxide
Group 1
5
Q
What is the reactivity series
A
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6
Q
What is metallic bonding
A
Occurs between the atoms of metal elements. The outer electrons are delocalised. The attraction for the positive atoms for the sea of negative moving electrons holds the atoms together and allows metals to carry electricity.
