Drawing Particle Diagrams
Learning Objective
I can draw particle diagrams to represent different states of matter and chemical reactions.
Lesson Flow
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Particle Diagrams (Lecture 1-2)
The Professors DuBois
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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In particle diagrams, spheres represent individual atoms, and the box represents the container they are in.
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If a particle diagram has spheres of the same size and color, it represents an element, but if two or more are touching, it is a diatomic element.
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A solid in a particle diagram has a structured pattern, while a liquid has a random pattern, and a gas fills the entire space.
Practice
8 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Draw a particle diagram that represents a homogeneous mixture of two gaseous elements, one diatomic and one monatomic.”
Teacher Guide
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