Instructional Video

The Nucleus

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Explore the makeup of the atomic nucleus. A video lesson describes the subatomic particles of the nucleus. The instructor explains the connection between the mass and atomic numbers and the isotopes of an atom.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Practice writing isotope notation using small whiteboards after viewing the video
  • Create a graphic organizer to record mass numbers, atomic numbers, number of protons, and number of neutrons
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects pupils to have previous knowledge of subatomic particles
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Presents material clearly and includes several examples
  • Includes an option for closed captioning to assist in note taking
Cons
  • None