Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Properties of metals

Properties of metals — practice question

Solid 1 and solid 2 are both elements. Solid 1 is not malleable. Solid 2 is ductile. Which of the following statements is correct?

  • ASolid 1 has good electrical conductivity only when molten.
  • BSolid 2 has good electrical conductivity only when molten.
  • CThe layers of ions in solid 1 can slide over one another.
  • DThe layers of ions in solid 2 can slide over one another.

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