Section outline


  • This week we are being introduced to chemistry and the periodic table.

    Learning objectives

    • We are beginning to  develop an understanding of the particle nature of matter and use this to explain observed changes.

    Success criteria

    • I can define matter, and that matter consists of atoms and molecules.
    • I can define an atom, molecule and element.
    • I know that elements are arranged on the periodic table in numbers and groups.
    • I have listed the first 20 elements plus 13 others that I will become more familiar with in science over the next few years.


    Activities

    • Made a periodic table - stating the symbol and name for 20 elements plus another 13 and adding a key to the grouping system
    • Google searched the top elements in the human body
    • Made a list of the top 20 elements plus another 13 and listed where they may be found.