Question: will highly charged metals break apart?

In summary, highly charged metals break apart due to the repulsion between positively charged particles, which becomes stronger as the level of charge increases. However, they can be stable if other forces balance out the repulsive forces. The charge level of a metal greatly affects its strength, making it more brittle as the charge increases. Highly charged metals have practical applications in electronics, but can also be dangerous if proper precautions are not taken to prevent unexpected breakage.
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Because of the "sea of electrons" holding a metal lattice together is it possible to charge that metal so much positively (by removing enough electrons) that it will break apart due to the unbalanced repulsion between positive nuclei?

normally the interaction between the "sea of electrons" and the positive nucleus holds the lattice together. without the sea wouldn't the atoms just fly apart? if its possible how hard would it be to achieve this?
 
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Related to Question: will highly charged metals break apart?

1. What causes highly charged metals to break apart?

The breaking apart of highly charged metals is caused by the repulsion between the positively charged particles within the metal. This repulsion becomes stronger as the level of charge increases, eventually causing the metal to break apart.

2. Can highly charged metals be stable?

Yes, highly charged metals can be stable if the repulsive forces between the charged particles are balanced by other forces, such as the attractive forces between particles or the strength of the metal's structure.

3. How does the charge level of a metal affect its strength?

The charge level of a metal can greatly affect its strength. As the charge increases, the repulsive forces between particles become stronger, causing the metal to become more brittle and prone to breaking apart.

4. Are there any practical applications for highly charged metals?

Yes, highly charged metals have various practical applications in fields such as electronics, where the charge can be controlled to create specific reactions and properties in the metal.

5. Can highly charged metals be dangerous?

Yes, highly charged metals can be dangerous if proper precautions are not taken. The strong repulsive forces can cause the metal to break apart unexpectedly, potentially causing harm to individuals or damaging equipment.

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