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The Periodic Table PPTThe Periodic Table PPT
Publisher
Mr. E. Science
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7th - 8th
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Science
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Duration
45 mins
Number of Slides
24
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The Periodic Table

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This science presentation focuses on the elements in the periodic table. It begins with the parts of an atom, explaining atomic mass and atomic number, valence electrons, and isotopes. Then it moves on to discuss various ways of organizing the elements.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the periodic table, atoms, protons, neutrons, electrons, atomic mass, atomic numbers, valence electrons, isotopes, periods, alkali metals, noble gases, halogens, metals, non-metals, metalloids

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Use the presentation template as the guide for lecture and save the video for absent students
  • Have pupils color in the periodic table so they get a feel for the families

Classroom Considerations

  • Lesson best fits as an introduction to the periodic table
  • It is the 16th in a series of 26 scienc presentations

Pros

  • Includes 12 practice worksheets and an instructional video to reinforce the concepts

Cons

  • Video includes many colloquialisms that learners might not understand
  • Alignment is off on some of the periodic table slides covering some elements

Common Core

RST.6-8.4

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