Metals U3 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 6 properties of metals
A
Sonorous (makes a sound)
Shiny
Strong
Conducts electricity and heat
Malleable (can make it into a shape)
Ductile (can be stretched into wires)
2
Q
What is metallic bonding
A
Metallic bonding is the electrostatic force of attraction between positively charged ions and delocalised electrons
3
Q
How do metals conduct electricity
A
Metals contain delocalised electrons which allows them to conduct electricity
4
Q
What is oxidation
A
The loss of electrons
5
Q
What is reduction
A
The gain of electrons
6
Q
How do you remember what oxidation and reduction mean
A
OIL RIG
7
Q
What is a redox reaction
A
A redox reaction is one in which oxidation and reduction takes place
8
Q
Why is an electrolyte used
A
An electrolyte can is used to complete the circuit for electrodes to fuse
