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Metallic Bonding

Question 1 • Chemistry 1A - Mr. Kaan

Which statements describe the electron sea model? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
Electrons all have approximately the same energy.
B
Electrons move among orbitals of different energies.
C
Electrons move freely among atoms (delocalized).

Explanation

In the electron sea model, metal valence electrons are delocalized: they can move freely throughout the solid rather than staying with one atom. The model treats these mobile electrons as having approximately the same energy. They are not described as moving among localized orbitals of different energies, so B does not apply.

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