Metallic bonding: Metal ions are bonded in a three dimensional lattice with a sea of free flowing delocalized electrons. Metallic bonds are said to be non-directional Melting point: strong attractive force between electrons and metal ions that hold the lattice together. This concurs a solid at room temperature and a high melting and boiling point Heat conductivity: free flowing electrons are great holders of electricity. Lucid structure allows ions to vibrate, holding energy well Good conductors of electricity: moving valence electrons allow for conductivity as electrons will move to the positive power supply and can do so with ease Malleable and ductile: non directional bonding means ions can be moved with ease, making denting and stripping of metals easy