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Elements of Chemistry: The Periodic Table

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine the atomic structure of elements.  In this chemistry lesson students organize elements of the periodic table according to their atomic mass, and compare their order within the periodic table. 
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The Day the Atom Died (Grade K-1)

For Teachers K - 1st
Students investigate what is wrong with the Rutherford atomic model. In this chemistry instructional activity, students answer questions about the atomic model after watching a video. They draw conclusions from the video and discuss how...
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Atoms and molecules

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chemistry worksheet, students find the words that are related to atoms and molecules. The answers are found by clicking the link at the bottom of the page.
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Atoms and Bonding

For Students 9th - 12th
In this chemistry instructional activity, students look for the words related to different elements and the answers are found at the bottom of the page,
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Calculating the Number of Sub-Atomic Particles in an Atom

For Students 9th - 12th
For this atoms worksheet, students compare the position, relative charge and relative mass of sub-atomic particles. Students define mass number and atomic number. This worksheet has 2 graphic organizers and 4 short answer questions.
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Comparing Properties of Elements & Compounds

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this elements and compounds worksheet, students review the physical properties of different compounds and elements using websites for information. This worksheet has 1 graphic organizer and 1 short answer question.
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Radioactive Dating Game

For Students 6th - Higher Ed Standards
Uranium 235 has a half-life of over 700 million years and is the fuel used in the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima, Japan. Pupils see the half-lives and decay rates of Carbon-14 and Uranium-238. They also take measurements of these two...
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Chemistry & The Community

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students complete a Webquest which investigates the chemistry in items such as shampoo. They research the Internet, perform a lab experiment, and write a scientific lab report with their findings. Upon completion of the activities, the...
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Chemistry

For Students 10th - 11th
In this chemistry worksheet, students describe an atom, its parts, the charges of these parts, and atoms life functions. Then they explain what the octet rule states for the placements of electrons around the nucleus of an atom. Students...
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Periodic Table of Elements

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Beginning chemists examine a collection of elements and compounds as they are introduced to the periodic table. The lesson plan is not cohesive and does not provide detailed instructions on how to teach it. However, it does includes a...
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Chemistry Scavenger Hunt

For Students 10th - 11th
In this chemistry worksheet, students identify the three main phases of matter. Then they search for information about each element on a Chem Time Clock. Students use the chemical symbol to identify each element.
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Build Your Own Atom

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students build a model of an atom using an online program. In this chemistry lesson, students discuss the different parts of the atom. They complete an independent research about their chosen element.
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Chemistry - Science 10

For Students 8th - 10th
In this chemistry science worksheet, students identify the parts of a chemical reactions. Kids name the major particles of the atom. Students apply knowledge about the atom, theories, and models.
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Review for Chemistry

For Students 8th - 11th
In this review for chemistry learning exercise, students decide if given statements are true or false. Students relate information learned about introductory knowledge gained in chemistry to accurately answer the given questions.
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Lesson Plan with Technology - Introduction to Elements and Symbols

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers use a computer program to study elements and the periodic table. They follow the directions on the computer program, and answer the questions presented. The program is self scoring, and students may print a certificate...
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Elements And Atoms

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the concept of elements and atoms. They conduct research using a variety of resources and use the information in order to create a class presentation. The activity includes specific dialogue and steps for the teacher...
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Exploring Atoms

For Students 8th - 9th
In this chemistry worksheet, students complete 29 fill in the bank questions about atoms based on the movie Exploring Atoms from the website www.brainpop.com .
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Answers for Elements and Compounds Crossword Puzzle

For Students 8th - 12th
In this chemistry worksheet, students are provided with the answers to a 28 clue crossword puzzle about elements and compounds.
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The Chemistry of Life

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study atoms and chemical compounds. They identify certain elements essential to human health, describe physical and chemical properties of water, and name four types of polymers unique to all life forms. They explain how each...
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Chemistry 301

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this chemistry 301 worksheet, students answer questions as it relates to the electron configuration of given elements. Students use the periodic table to assist in their interpretation of the questions provided.
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Chemistry 1A Review

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this Chemistry 1A worksheet, students review, molecular weight, solubility, endothermic reactions, and number of protons, neutrons, and electrons for elements. Students review Lewis Structures and how to predict the amount of product...
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Periodic Trends

For Students 9th - 12th
Thorough explanations of the trends in the periodic table of elements make up the majority of this handout. Atomic and ionic size, ionization energy, electron affinity, and electronegativity are presented before giving chemistry...
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Vocabulary - Unit 5, Chemical Bonds

For Students 9th - 12th
All you will find in this resource is a list of vocabulary terms dealing with chemical bonds. Space is provided for chemistry learners to write out definitions. This would be a terrific tool to help prepare them for a quiz.
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Protons, Neutrons and Electrons Homework

For Students 5th - 12th
Perfect for reviewing atomic components, this worksheet simply consists of a large, easy-to-read chart of 11 elements. Chemistry learners fill in the missing element symbol, number of protons, neutrons, and electrons, the atomic mass and...