Giant lattice

Definition

A regular, repeating three-dimensional arrangement of particles extending throughout a solid.

Used by OCR

Specification C2.2d · Paper 1 (Foundation), Paper 3 (Higher)

In a metal, positive metal ions form a giant lattice and are attracted to electrons delocalised across the whole structure.
Revise: Metallic Bonding and Structures

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GCSE Chemistry · key term

A regular, repeating three-dimensional arrangement of particles extending throughout a solid.

Used by OCR

Specification C2.2d · Paper 1 (Foundation), Paper 3 (Higher)

In a metal, positive metal ions form a giant lattice and are attracted to electrons delocalised across the whole structure.
Revise: Metallic Bonding and Structures

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