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The Noble Gases

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students identify the different elements that belong to the Noble Gas family. In this chemistry lesson plan, students design a neon sign. They research how they are made and share their work with the class.
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Edible Atom/Molecule

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Upcoming chemists construct atom or molecule models out of candy. This is a classic idea that learners really enjoy; however, this lesson plan is vague. There is no instruction about the structure of atoms or molecules. Make sure you...
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Alkali Metals

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the unique properties of alkali metals. In this chemistry lesson, students create a mural of fireworks display after researching its different element components. They write a brief description about an alkali metal used...
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Speeding up the Fizz

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate temperature and chemical reactions. They explore the effect of temperature and particle size has on the rate of a simple chemical reaction. In addition, they graph their results and answer assessment questions.
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Semiconductors

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students investigate the properites of a semiconductor device known as a diode. They recognize a diode as a one way conducting device. They describe alternating current and the use of a diode to convert it to direct current. Students...
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Hydrogen Powered Cars

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students apply the principles of chemistry to investigate the concept of how a hydrogen powered car works. They study the electrochemical reactions that provide the energy source. Students also record observations in the functioning of a...
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Transition Metals

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this transition metals activity, students fill in a table given a metal compound with the charges of the anion and cation. They then determine the name of the compounds.
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Balancing Equations

For Students 10th - 12th
In this balancing equations worksheet, students determine the type of reaction and write the balanced equation. Students read the word description and write the symbol of each element using the periodic table.
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Metalloids

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars discuss metalloids, their use as semiconductors, and their impact on the computer industry. They work in groups to create a visual timeline showing the evolution of the computer.
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The Connection Between Pigment and Light Colors

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explain the mole concept and use this concept to prepare chemical solutions of particular molarities.
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AP Chemistry Chapter 9

For Students 10th - 12th
In this AP Chemistry worksheet, students apply concepts of electron configuration to accurately answer the questions provided. Students also draw Lewis structures of the given elements. Students estimate the enthalpy of formation as well...
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Nonmetals

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners research about the chemical processes involved in cave formation. In this chemistry lesson, students draw or find a cave picture with stalagmites and stalactites online. They write a brief caption and share them with the class.
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Gopher, Part 2: Gopherin'

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students explore how to access a gopher site using a root menu. Several options are presented with their definitions and the fastest routes examined in this lesson. The lesson is designed for librarians with little or no net experience.
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Simple Chemical Equations

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders interpret the chemical symbols and shorthand used for molecules and equations. Through guided practice, 8th graders work to decipher and interpret the symbols for chemical equations. An opportunity for independent...
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: The Arrangement of Elements: The Periodic Table

For Students 7th - 9th
In this tutorial, students will investigate the arrangement of the Periodic Table by watching videos, completing interactive activities, and quizzes.
Interactive
PBS

Pbs Teachers: Nova: Kaboom! Pyrotechnics: It's Elemental

For Students 9th - 10th
Describe The Periodic Table of Elements, identify the elements that make a firework work and examine the contribution of each element to the total fireworks effect.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Periodicity of the Periodic Table

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Different properties of the elements of the periodic table will be plotted and from this, a system of organization for the elements will be developed.
Graphic
Web Elements

Web Elements Periodic Table: Electron Affinity

For Students 9th - 10th
An interactive periodic table. When you hover over an element, its name, atomic number, group, period, and electron affinity value appear.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Periodi Cally Used Elements

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson explores the various uses of elements in the periodic table. Students will be assigned an element to research. They will then present its uses and atomic information to the class.
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Royal Society of Chemistry

Visual Elements/history

For Students 9th - 10th
A history and description of the modern periodic table, including its early origins, many contributors and later additions.
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Electronegativity

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the concept of electronegativity and how it trends across the periodic table of elements. The author uses simple, humorous drawings to help with understanding.
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Other

Chemical elements.com/scandium

For Students 9th - 10th
A site containing a good deal of elemental information. Information on each element includes atomic number, atomic mass, melting point, boiling point, density, isotopes and more.
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Other

Chemical elements.com: Samarium

For Students 9th - 10th
A site containing a good deal of elemental information. Information on each element includes atomic number, atomic mass, melting point, boiling point, density, isotopes and more.
Website
Other

Chemical elements.com: Sodium

For Students 9th - 10th
A site containing a good deal of elemental information. Information on each element includes atomic number, atomic mass, melting point, boiling point, density, isotopes and more.