Metals L2 Chemistry

What is the attraction between delocalised electrons and fixed positively charged metallics nuclei.

• nonmetallic bonding

• covalent bonding

• metallic bonding

• ionic bonding

Which of the following are properties of metals

• shiny

• brittle

• ductile

• good conductor of heat

Where do we find metals on the periodic table?

• right side

• left side

• top

• bottom

Which of the following is the definition of valence electrons?

• electrons in the innermost energy level

• electrons that have entered the nucleus of an atom

• electrons in the outermost energy level

• positive electrons

What is the electron configuration of aluminium?

• 2,8,8

• 2,8,8,8,1

• 2,8,8,9

• 2,8,3

What is the electron configuration for magnesium?

• 2,4,4

• 2,8,2

• 2,10

• 2,8,8,6

What ion does aluminium form?

• Al²⁺

• Al⁺

• Al³⁺

• Al²

What ion does magnesium form?

• Mg²⁺

• Mg⁺

• Mg^2-

• Mg^3-

Can be beaten into thin sheets

• Ductile

• Sonorous

• Malleable

• Flexible

Can be drawn into wires

• Ductile

• Sonorous

• Malleable

• Flexible