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Mysteries of the Periodic Table, Part 1: A Reflection of the Atom Instructional VideoMysteries of the Periodic Table, Part 1: A Reflection of the Atom Instructional Video
Publisher
Mystery of Matter
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
6:54
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Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
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Year
2015
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Mysteries of the Periodic Table, Part 1: A Reflection of the Atom

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Properties of atoms are no small thing. A thorough video lesson describes properties of atoms and how they relate to the makeup of the periodic table. Learners review the relationship between subatomic particles and discover the connection between individual elements and their placement in the periodic table.

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Concepts

the periodic table, atoms, atomic mass, atomic numbers, protons, electrons

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Create a guided notes document for pupils to complete as they view the lesson
  • Ask learners to write a summary of the important information discussed in the video

Classroom Considerations

  • Expects a basic understanding of subatomic particles
  • Begins a five-part Mysteries of the Periodic Table series

Pros

  • Video is sharable to assign to individuals or a group
  • Includes information about the history of the discovery of properties of the atom

Cons

  • None

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