Which of the following charecteristics of metals can not be explained by Electron sea model of metals? Hardness Malleability Electrical conductivity Sonorousness

Cindy Hubbard

Cindy Hubbard

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2023-02-14

Which of the following charecteristics of metals can not be explained by Electron sea model of metals?
Hardness
Malleability
Electrical conductivity
Sonorousness

Answer & Explanation

Stephany Horn

Stephany Horn

Beginner2023-02-15Added 6 answers

According to the "metal electron sea model," each metal atom in a metallic solid contributes one of its valence electrons, which float and create a "electronic sea" around the metal atoms. The metallic bonding's outer energy levels contain non-directional electrons that are free to flow from one atom to another. Metals are excellent heat and electricity conductors because they have free electrons, and they can also absorb and reemit light of various wavelengths, giving them lustrous properties. As a result of their malleability, the kernels in metallic bonds move when pressure is applied.
So, answer is Hardness.

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