Chapter 17, Problem 22R

To determine

To Complete: The sentence with the correct word(s).

Answer to Problem 22R

Metallic bonding

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

Metals are good conductors of electricity. In metals, there is metallic bonding between metallic ions (positive charged) surrounded by electrons.

In metals, there is electrostatic force of attraction between the metallic ions (positive charged) and the conduction electrons. Metals are good conductor of electricity and heat. Metals also have property to be drawn into long wire and thin sheets without any break this is due to the bond present between the ions. Metallic bonding is the reason for the properties of metals.

Conclusion:

Thus, positively charged ions are surrounded by freely moving electrons in metallic bonding.