Metallic Bonding

Giant lattice · Delocalised electrons · Conductivity · Malleability · High melting point

Metallic Bonding — Giant Metallic Lattice
Positive metal ions in a regular lattice, surrounded by a sea of delocalised electrons.
Strong electrostatic attraction between positive ions and electron sea explains high melting and boiling points. Toggle controls to explore properties.
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🌡 HEAT APPLIED — ions vibrating
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