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How is the electrical conductivity of a metal explained by metallic bonds.

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Metallic bonding is the bond that exist between the atoms. The electrons do not only flow at its respective atoms but instead, contribute to a sea of delocalised electrons. As a result, metals can conduct electricity as the delocalised electrons are able to carry charges.

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