Which statement correctly describes metallic bonds?

A.

They form when certain atoms lose electrons and other atoms gain electrons.

B.

They involve an attraction between anions and cations.

C.

They always involve both a metal and a nonmetal.

D.

They can only form between atoms of the same element.

E.

They form because electrons can move freely between atoms.

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Chemistry

Jean Phillips

19 January, 05:54

Which statement correctly describes metallic bonds?

A.

They form when certain atoms lose electrons and other atoms gain electrons.

B.

They involve an attraction between anions and cations.

C.

They always involve both a metal and a nonmetal.

D.

They can only form between atoms of the same element.

E.

They form because electrons can move freely between atoms.

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Ariella · Answer 1

Answer: D

Explanation:

the atom of the metal loses one electron which becomes delocalised and is attragted by the positive nucleus leading to formation of metallic bond.