Atoms and Elements

7th GradeScience40 min

Learning Objective

I can describe the basic structure of atoms and how they relate to elements.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

13 min

What Is An Atom And How Do We Know?

Stated Clearly

Guided Notes

8 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Atoms are the fundamental building blocks of chemistry, and matter is made of different types of atoms called elements.

  • Elements cannot be broken down further through chemical reactions, and under the right conditions, elements can react with each other to form new substances with new properties.

  • When two elements react to form multiple compounds, they do so in small whole number ratios, suggesting elements are made of tiny indivisible units called atoms.

Practice

12 min

4 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer & True/false

Exit Ticket

5 min

Describe the key characteristics of an atom, including its relationship to elements, as explained in the video.

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