Altering the subatomic nature of an atom affects its properties. The video illustrates the idea of an isotope using Carbon-12, Carbon-13, and Carbon-14 as examples. 

Concepts

isotopes, neutrons, radioactive isotopes, radioactive dating

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Flip your classroom by assigning the video as homework and using class time for questions and practice

Classroom Considerations

• Learners should have a basic understanding of the subatomic particles in an atom
• YouTube video requires Internet access
• The sixth in a series of eight chemistry lessons

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Makes reference to applications of understanding radioactive decay
• Builds on learners' prior knowledge to develop the concept of an isotope

Cons

• None