Chapter 17.1, Problem 4R

To determine

To Explain: The metallic properties account for the common properties of the metals.

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

The common metallic properties of the metals are ductility, malleability, thermal and electrical conductivity.

On the account of these properties, metals are described as the positive ions in a sea of electrons. The electrons can move with respect to each other without disturbing the metal-metal bond strength. So, the metals are highly malleable, ductile, and the thermal and electrically conductive due to the presence of delocalized electrons.

Conclusion:

The valance electrons moved with respect to each other without disturbing the metal-metal bond strength. So, the metals are highly malleable, ductile, and the thermal and electrically conductive due to the presence of delocalized electrons.