Question

write a features which will distinguish a metallic solid from an ionic solid

Answer 1

A metallic solid will be more lustrous, ductile and malleable. ...

Answer 2

Metallic solid form:

• These are composed of metals atoms.
• These elements have metal ions and free mobile electrons.
• These elements are "good conductors" of electricity in solid state as well as in molten state.

Ionic solid form:

• Ionic solids are composed of ions.
• These elements are insulators in solid state.
• These solids can conduct only when they are in the "molten state" or when the solids are in aqueous solutions.