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Explain why most metals have high melting points and high boiling points using strong metallic bonding.

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How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances

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Properties of metals and alloys

AQA GCSE ChemistryBonding, structure, and the properties of matter

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Short explanation

Explain why most metals have high melting points and high boiling points using strong metallic bonding. This objective belongs to Properties of metals and alloys within How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances for AQA GCSE Chemistry 8462. A strong answer should use high melting point accurately, explain the chemistry behind the statement, and connect the idea back to the exact command in the objective. When revising, separate this point from neighbouring Chemistry ideas by naming the relevant particle, substance, process, calculation, observation, or structure before giving the final conclusion.

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metallic bondinghigh melting point

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This objective helps connect Properties of metals and alloys to exam-style questions, flashcards, and revision notes for How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances.

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Properties of metals and alloys correction for Misunderstanding Metall: Correct it by naming the exact chemistry idea, using precise bonding or structure vocabulary, and linking the answer back to Properties of metals and alloys. For this objective, students should explain why most metals have high melting points and high boiling points using strong metallic bonding.

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