metallic bonding
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The attraction between positively charged metal ions and a surrounding sea of shared, freely moving electrons.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ explains why metals conduct electricity so well, since the electrons are free to move throughout the structure."
Answer: metallic bonding
In your own words, what does "metallic bonding" mean?
The attraction between positively charged metal ions and a surrounding sea of shared, freely moving electrons.
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