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What is the basis of a metallic bond?

A. the attraction of metal ions for mobile electrons

B. the attraction between neutral metal atoms

C. the neutralization of protons by electrons

D. the attraction of oppositely-charged ions

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the attraction of metal ions for mobile electrons
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Answer:

  • The correct option is A. The attraction of metal ions for mobile electrons

Formation of metallic bond:

  • In metals , the valence shells electrons of s and p orbitals are mostly delocalized forming sea of electrons.
  • These free electrons surround the positively charged atoms resulting formation of metallic bonding.