Physical Properties of Metals

Physical Properties of Metals

• Malleability: Ability to be hammered or rolled into flat sheets.
• Ductility: Ability to be drawn into long wires.
• Malleability and ductility are due to the easy movement of valence electrons.
• Thermal Conductivity: Ability of an object to transfer heat, metals are generally good thermal conductors.
• Electrical Conductivity: Ability of an object to carry electric current, metals are generally good electrical conductors.