Metallic Bonding Worksheet
Explore the principles of metallic bonding, including its characteristics, properties, and applications.
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Metallic Bonding Worksheet
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1. Which of the following best describes metallic bonding?
Sharing of electrons between two non-metal atoms.
Transfer of electrons from a metal to a non-metal atom.
Electrostatic attraction between positive metal ions and a 'sea' of delocalized electrons.
Attraction between oppositely charged ions in a crystal lattice.
2. Which property of metals is a direct result of the 'sea' of delocalized electrons?
High melting point
Brittleness
Electrical conductivity
Low density
3. In metallic bonding, valence electrons are and are free to move throughout the entire metallic structure.
4. The ability of metals to be hammered into thin sheets is called .
5. Metals are good conductors of heat and electricity because of their electrons.
6. Metallic bonds are generally weaker than ionic or covalent bonds.
True
False
7. The luster of metals is due to the absorption and re-emission of light by the delocalized electrons.
True
False
8. Explain why metals are malleable and ductile.
9. Describe the 'electron sea model' of metallic bonding.
Match each term with its correct definition.
10. Malleability
a. Ability to be drawn into wires
11. Ductility
b. Ability to be hammered into sheets
12. Delocalized electrons
c. Electrons not associated with a single atom
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