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Atoms and the Periodic Table
Essential Questions:
- How have scientists' understanding of the atom evolved?
- What is an atom and how is it organized?
- How is the periodic table organized and how can it be used to identify an elements' characteristics?
History of the Atomic Theory
Why is the history of the atom so important?
Why is the history of the atom so important?
It is fundamental to the understanding of science that science is understood to be a process of trial and improvement and represents the best known at the time, not always the absolute truth. Understanding of atomic structure has been a developmental process over time. This is science!
Objectives:
- To independently research other philosophers/scientists who contributed to the modern atomic theory
- 1 and 2: Watch "Interactive Webquest"
- Guided Notes
- If you finish "early..."
12/7
Day 2:
- How big is an atom?
How Big is an Atom?
- What makes an atom?
- How are atoms of elements different?
12/8
Day 3:
- How are atoms of elements different?
- Isotopes and Ions
- And what forces work inside the atom?
- Periodic Table Link
12/9
Day 4:
- Putting it all together
- PHET Lab
12/10
12/11
Today you will be participating in the "Hour of Code."Go to this page and press START.
Get a free USB wristband for trying it out!
12/14
Periodic Table Notes
12/15
Introduce Element Hero and Villain Project
12/16
REVEW - on own (or in small groups)
- Review and Study
- Brainpop - Atom and Activity Page
- Brainpop - Isotopes
- Brainpop - Ions
Element Hero and Villain Project
12/17
Complete Element Superhero/Villain Project
12/18
QUIZ
Choice to Present Element Superhero/Villain Project to class
12/21-22
Movie Hunting the Elements
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