METALLIC BONDING Flashcards
1
Q
describe structure of metallic bonding
A
giant lattice of positive ions
delocalised electrons throughout
2
Q
what is te attraction between in metallic bonding
A
strong attraction between positive ions and delocalised electrons
3
Q
properties of metals
A
high melting point - strong attraction between positive ions and delocalised electrons
good conductors of electricity - delocalised electrons are free to move
malleable and ductile - delocalised electrons hold layers of ions together
4
Q
what does the strength of a metallic bond depend on
A
number of delocalised electrons
size of the ion
