Metals Flashcards

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Why do metals conduct electricity?

A

When a voltage is applied, the delocalised electrons present in the metallic lattice will be able to conduct electricity.

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Why are metals malleable?

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Malleable under compressive force.
Layers can slide past each other.

Therefore, can be bent into shapes.

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Why are metals ductile?

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Can be drawn into wires when force is applied.

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4
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Why are meals shiny.

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Metals r shiny.
If an oxide layer forms on it, becomes tarnished.

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