A metallic bond is the electrostatic attraction between a lattice of cations and delocalized electrons.
Explain the electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity and malleability of metals.
Relate characteristic properties of metals to their uses.
A metallic bond is the electrostatic attraction between a lattice of cations and delocalized electrons.
Explain the electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity and malleability of metals.
Relate characteristic properties of metals to their uses.
The strength of a metallic bond depends on the charge of the ions and the radius of the metal ion.
Explain trends in melting points of s and p block metals.
A simple treatment in terms of charge of cations and electron density is required.
Transition elements have delocalized d-electrons.
Explain the high melting point and electrical conductivity of transition elements.
Chemical properties of transition elements are covered in Reactivity 3.4.