What is a metallic compound?

1 Answer
Jul 7, 2015

A metallic compound is a compound that contains one or more metal elements ([source: chemistry.about.com](http://chemistry.about.com/od/chemistryglossary/g/Metallic-Compounds-Definition.htm) ).

Explanation:

Examples include:

AgNO_3- Silver nitrate
AlO-Aluminium oxide
ZnO-Zinc oxide
MgO-Magnesium oxide
CuCO_3-Copper carbonate

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