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  • Melting & Boiling Points of Metals: Factors & Ranges
    It's impossible to give a single melting and boiling point for "metals" because metals have a wide range of properties. Each metal has its own unique melting and boiling point, which depends on factors like:

    * Atomic structure: The way atoms are arranged and bonded within a metal.

    * Atomic mass: Heavier atoms generally have higher melting and boiling points.

    * Electron configuration: The arrangement of electrons in an atom influences its bonding strength.

    Here's a general overview:

    * Melting points: Most metals have relatively high melting points, ranging from a few hundred degrees Celsius (mercury at -38.83°C) to thousands of degrees Celsius (tungsten at 3422°C).

    * Boiling points: Metals also have high boiling points, generally much higher than their melting points. They typically range from a few hundred degrees Celsius to over 5000°C.

    Examples:

    * Mercury (Hg): Melting point -38.83°C, Boiling point 356.73°C

    * Aluminum (Al): Melting point 660.32°C, Boiling point 2519°C

    * Iron (Fe): Melting point 1538°C, Boiling point 2750°C

    * Tungsten (W): Melting point 3422°C, Boiling point 5930°C

    To find the specific melting and boiling points of a particular metal, you can consult a periodic table or a chemistry textbook.

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