Which statement best describes metallic bonding?

A. A metal atom loses electrons and a nonmetal atom gains them.

B. Two nonmetal atom share electrons between them.

C. Many atoms give up electrons that can move among the atoms.

D. A nonmetal atom transfers electrons to a metal atom.

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Dante Vazquez · Answer 1

The answer is C. Many atoms give up electrons that can move among the atoms.

Which statement best describes metallic bonding?A. A metal atom loses electrons and a nonmetal atom gains them.B. Two nonmetal atom share electrons between them.C. Many atoms give up electrons that can move among the atoms.D. A nonmetal atom transfers electrons to a metal atom.