What sort of bonds does aluminum form?

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anor277
Dec 9, 2016

Aluminum metal forms #"metallic bonds"#.

Explanation:

Aluminum is non-molecular, and each aluminum nucleus contributes a few of its valence electrons to the metallic lattice. The result is metallic bonding; which gives rise to the usual metallic properties, e.g. malleability, ductility, conductivity towards heat and electricity.

As regards chemical bonds with other elements, aluminum has a rich inorganic chemistry, and a rich organic chemistry.

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