CHEMICAL BONDS
Metallic Bonds
A metallic bond is the force that exists between the electron sea and the cations of one metallic
element.
In these, the cations give their valence electrons to put them into a pool. This negative force holds all
participating cations (+) together.
The electrons given away are called delocalized electrons.
The delocalized electrons’ pool gives metals their propoerties: conductibility, maleability, luster,
ductility.
Organic vs Inorganic
What are organic compounds?
They are complex compounds that contain carbon and are the fundament for all life on Earth
What are inorganic compounds?
They are simpler compounds that do not contain carbon and are found in nonliving objects
