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When a rock is metallic, it is made of metal. That is, it has a high electrical conductivity and tends to form cations instead of anions.

In laymen's terms, it's shiny and is one of several elements that makes up the bulk of the Periodic Table of elements.

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A metallic rock contains minerals that have a shiny appearance due to the presence of metallic elements like iron, copper, or silver. These rocks often have a high density and can conduct electricity. Examples include pyrite, hematite, and galena.

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