Instructional Video

Reactions of Iron

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Iron is the fourth most common element in the earth's crust. The video explains the reaction of iron with air, water, acids, halogens, and displacement of other metals. It shows the chemical formulas as well as the observable physical changes.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Ask scholars to perform some of the reactions discussed in the video
  • Encourage pupils to use their reactivity series to solve displacement reactions
Classroom Considerations
  • Relies on prior knowledge of metals, chemical reactions, displacement reactions, and chemical equations
Pros
  • Includes cues to pause the video and solve chemical reactions and higher-level questions
  • Simple illustrations enhance the concepts
Cons
  • None
Common Core