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Metallic bonding - the metal atoms share their valence, or "outer" electrons. The electrons of many nuclei situate themselves between positively charged nuclei. Two or more nuclei are then attracted to the same valence electrons, causing them to "stick together" as a solid piece of metal.
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What do atoms form when they stick together?
Atoms form molecules when they stick together through chemical bonds. Molecules are the smallest units of a compound that can exist independently and possess unique chemical properties based on the atoms they are composed of.
When oppositely charged atoms stick together?
When oppositely charged atoms stick together, they are chemically bonded. Incidentally, when an atom becomes charged it is called an ion, rather than an atom, so the wording of your question is not entirely correct.
Atoms combine when what happens?
uncomplete atoms attract each other sort of like a magnet. when they 'stick' together they are then called a molecule but there are atoms that do not form together because they are complete. they are called Noble Gases.
Will a 1943 penny stick to a magnet?
No. The U.S. Penny has been made of different metals over the years, but none of them are attracted by a magnet - exceptthe 1943 penny, which was zinc coated steel. This cent was minted during World War 2 when copper was diverted for the war effort. The cent has been made out of copper, bronze (copper, tin and zinc), brass (copper and zinc), and (currently) zinc with a copper cladding. They won't be attracted to a magnet. A link can be found below.
How do water molecules form and interact?
Water molecules stick together when they get closer together. This is due to the partial positive charge of the hydrogen atoms and the partial negative charge of the oxygen atom. The sticking together is called cohesion.
Does a penny stick to a magnet?
No, pennies are made from a combination of metals that are not magnetic, such as copper and zinc. Therefore, a penny will not stick to a magnet.
Does a real 1943 copper penny stick to a magnet?
No, a real 1943 copper penny does not stick to a magnet because 1943 pennies were made of zinc-coated steel and not copper due to the shortage of copper during World War II.
Why don't pennies stick to magnets?
The metals that compose a penny, zinc and copper, aren't magnetic.
Why will the real 1943 penny stick to amagnet but a real 1944 penny will not?
1943 cents were made of steel, a magnetic metal, to conserve copper for the war effort. Other pennies are made of bronze or copper-plated zinc depending on their dates. Neither bronze nor zinc are susceptible to a magnet.
Why does water stick together?
Because of molecule and atoms
Is a copper penny of 1943 a higher value than a penny of 2007 or a lower value?
If it is copper, than it is worth thousands of dollars: unless it is a fraud which you can find out by placing it on a magnet. It will stick if it is fake. If your penny is silver colored, if uncirculated, it is worth about a dollar. if circulated, about 25 cents.
What do atoms form when they stick together?
Atoms form molecules when they stick together through chemical bonds. Molecules are the smallest units of a compound that can exist independently and possess unique chemical properties based on the atoms they are composed of.
Why does water stick to copper pennies?
Water has two important qualities: cohesion and adhesion. Cohesion means that water "sticks" to itself, forming drops on a flat surface. Adhesion means that water sticks to other things, such as copper pennies. The water adheres to the coin and coheres to itself, forming a bulbous drop of water on the coin.
1943 stick to magnet penny it's a million dollar penny?
The 1943 penny sticks to a magnet because it is made of steel, not copper like other pennies from that era. While a 1943 copper penny is rare and valuable, it is not worth a million dollars. The most valuable 1943 pennies are those mistakenly struck in copper instead of steel and can fetch tens of thousands of dollars at auction.
How much 1943 copper worth?
The value of a copper 1943 penny is $200,000+. However, copper-plated counterfeits are prevalent. In order to test for a counterfeit, run a magnet over the penny. If it doesn't stick, you are now the proud owner one of the rarest mis-struck coins in U.S. Mint history.
What year is the most valuable penny from?
1943. In 1943, to save copper for the war effort pennies were struck in zinc coated steel, however some copper blanks made their way into the press and were struck by accident, there are only a handful of known genuine examples of a copper 1943 penny and they can be worth in excess of 1 million dollars. However, steel 1943 pennies are incredibly common and are worth about 5 cents in circulated condition or a buck or two if uncirculated. An easy way to check if you have a steel or a copper penny is to hold a magnet up to it, the magnet will stick to the steel penny and not the copper penny.
Why does water stay long on a penny?
Water stays on a penny due to surface tension and cohesion forces. These forces cause water molecules to stick together and to the penny, creating a thin film of water that doesn't easily slide off. Additionally, the hydrophobic nature of the copper in the penny repels water to some extent, further helping the water to stay on the surface.
