Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 9 - Liquids, Solids, and Materials - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 421d: 77

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We know that electrons in isolated atoms are forced to occupy distinct energy levels. However, with solid metals, there are bands of available energy states. With conductors, these overlap, allowing electrons to move freely.
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