10 Questions
What is the primary structure of metallic bonding?
A lattice of +ve ions surrounded by mobile electrons
What is the effect of increasing the positive charge on the ions in the lattice on the strength of metallic bonding?
It increases the strength of the metallic bond
How does the size of metal ions in the lattice affect the strength of metallic bonding?
Decreasing the size of metal ions increases the strength of the metallic bond
What is the effect of increasing the number of mobile electrons per atom on the strength of metallic bonding?
It increases the strength of the metallic bond
What is the characteristic of the electrons involved in metallic bonding?
They are delocalized and mobile
What is responsible for the strong electrostatic forces of attraction in metallic bonding?
The delocalized mobile electrons
What is the result of increasing the number of mobile electrons per atom in a metal?
The strength of the metallic bond increases
Which of the following is a characteristic of the lattice structure in metallic bonding?
A lattice of positive ions surrounded by mobile electrons
What is the relationship between the size of the metal ions and the strength of the metallic bond?
The strength of the metallic bond increases with decreasing size of metal ions
Which of the following factors does not affect the strength of metallic bonding?
The atomic mass of the metal
Learn about the strong electrostatic forces of attraction between metal cations and delocalized mobile electrons in metallic bonding. Understand the lattice structure and the factors that increase the strength of the bond.
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