Section outline

  • The three parts of an atom are protons and neutrons, which form the nucleus, and electrons, which orbit the nucleus.

    Understanding about science

    • Understand that scientists’ investigations are informed by current scientific theories and aim to collect evidence that will be interpreted through processes of logical argument.

    Investigating in science

    • Develop and carry out more complex investigations, including using models.
    • Show an increasing awareness of the complexity of working scientifically, including recognition of multiple variables.
    • Begin to evaluate the suitability of the investigative methods chosen. 

    Communicating in science

    • Use a wider range of science vocabulary, symbols, and conventions.
    • Apply their understandings of science to evaluate both popular and scientific texts (including visual and numerical literacy).

    Participating and contributing

    • Develop an understanding of socio-scientific issues by gathering relevant scientific information in order to draw evidence-based conclusions and to take action where appropriate.

    MATERIAL WORLD

    Properties and changes of matter

    • Investigate the chemical and physical properties of different groups of substances, for example, acids and bases, fuels, and metals.
    • Distinguish between pure substances and mixtures and between elements and compounds.

    This week you will be focussing on completing the 3D model of an atom in groups of 3.  This forms a part of the Term 2 assesssment task scheduled for this week.


    • Coast Whanau Term 2 Science Assessment 9C1 - 2019 Assignment

      This assessment task which is a combination of practical lab work and theory accessing:

      1. Your conceptual understanding of the atomic structure.
      2. Ability to differentiate between elements and compounds
      3. Skill of making a model and investigating acids and bases.