The electrons in the valence shell of many atoms do not leave the atom because the protons in the nucleus attract the electrons. However, in metals, electrons can flow from one atom to another. protons can flow from one atom to another. protons attract protons of other atoms. electrons attract electrons of other atoms.

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Marilyn Cruz

20 August, 02:21

The electrons in the valence shell of many atoms do not leave the atom because the protons in the nucleus attract the electrons. However, in metals, electrons can flow from one atom to another. protons can flow from one atom to another. protons attract protons of other atoms. electrons attract electrons of other atoms.

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Metals have the special property of electron delocalization (electrons can flow from one atom to another). This phenomenon is called the "sea of electrons," because metals atoms have unique quantum properties that allow electrons to flow freely around them in a metal lattice.