Write a distinguishing feature of a metallic solid compared to an ionic solid.
Solution:
One distinguishing feature of a metallic solid to an ionic solid is that metallic solids conduct electricity in solid state whereas ionic solids conduct electricity in molten state or aqueous solution.
One distinguishing feature of a metallic solid to an ionic solid is that metallic solids conduct electricity in solid state whereas ionic solids conduct electricity in molten state or aqueous solution.