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Metallic bonding
1 Metallic bonding is a type of chemical bonding caused by the electrostatic attraction between conduction electrons and positively charged metal ions.
2 Atoms release their extra electrons, forming a sea of electrons. (Free electron)
Free Electron
1 It is a valence electron that moves freely between atoms in a crystal away from a metal atom.
2 It connects the atoms through electrostatic attraction.
3 It enables the properties of the malleable and ductile of metals.
4 It gives the metal excellent thermal and electrical conductivity.
Example of Metallic bonding
1 Gold
2 Silver
3 Copper
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