Classification Of Crystalline Solids
Chapter Name : The Solid State |
Sub Topic Code : 102_12_01_04_03 |
Topic Name : Classification Of Crystalline Solids |
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Sub Topic Name : Metallic Solids |
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Introduction
Collection of positive ions surrounded by a sea of positive electrons.
Pre-Requisites:
Crystalline Solids
Activity:
Different kinds of solids. All metals are good conductors. Try and categorize solids around you into the different categories
Real Life Question:
“Why can Copper conduct electricity?”
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Metallic solids malleability Ductility Mobile electrons | Consists of Positive ions surrounded by a sea of positive electrons. Ability to be drawn into thin sheets Ability to form thin wires Electrons that are free to move |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Keep on classifying different compounds into category of solids | It will help you know the different types of solids better |
Real life uses :
Metals like copper are used in wires for transmission of electricity
Places to visit :
Chemistry lab
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Copper , iron Silver , gold | Metallic solid Metallic solid |
What you learn in Theory:
Metallic solid
What you learn in Practice:
Only metals are used in electric wires