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  Elements, Identifying an Unknown, Atomic Spectra, Emission Spectrum, Electromagnetic Spectrum, Emission Spectrum | Elementary School, Middle School

  Lesson Plan: Elements Are Out of This World Mark as Favorite (7 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students will learn about the elements that make up Earth’s atmosphere and lithosphere and then compare and contrast the information with the elements that compose various other astronomical objects.

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  Emission Spectrum, Electrons, Electrostatic Forces | High School

  Lesson Plan: Introduction to PES Mark as Favorite (53 Favorites)

  In this lesson students will learn how to interpret simple photoelectron spectroscopy spectra by incorporating their knowledge of electron configurations, periodic trends, and Coulomb’s law.

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  Atomic Theory, Model of the Atom, Subatomic Particles, Isotopes, Ions, Atomic Spectra, Emission Spectrum, Orbitals , Electrons | High School

  Lesson Plan: Atomic Structure Unit Plan Mark as Favorite (160 Favorites)

  The AACT high school classroom resource library has everything you need to put together a unit plan for your classroom: lessons, activities, labs, projects, videos, simulations, and animations. We constructed a unit plan using AACT resources that is designed to teach Atomic Structure to your students.

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  Electrons | High School

  Lab: Determination of the Activation Energy of a Lightstick Mark as Favorite (25 Favorites)

  In this lesson students will participate in an inquiry-based lab approach to determine the activation energy of the chemiluminescent reaction in a lightstick. Students will use the Vernier LabQuest to collect data related to light and temperature for analysis using the Arrhenius equation.

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  Electrostatic Forces, Ionization Energy, Subatomic Particles, Electrons | High School

  Lesson Plan: Coulomb's Law Mark as Favorite (46 Favorites)

  In this lesson students explore qualitative applications of Coulomb’s law within atoms and between ions and solvents.

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  Periodic Table, History, Physical Properties, Chemical Properties, Atomic Mass, Atomic Theory, Model of the Atom, Subatomic Particles | Elementary School, Middle School, High School

  Activity: Mendeleev Video Questions Mark as Favorite (36 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will watch a video and answer questions about Dimitri Mendeleev. They will learn about his contribution to chemistry, including his organization of the periodic table and awareness to leave gaps for elements that weren’t yet discovered.

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  Periodic Table, History, Physical Properties, Chemical Properties, Subatomic Particles, Atomic Mass | Elementary School, Middle School, High School

  Activity: History of the Periodic Table Video Questions Mark as Favorite (45 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will answer questions while watching a video about how the periodic table was developed and learn about those who contributed to it.

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  Atomic Theory, Orbitals , Electrons, Model of the Atom, Subatomic Particles, History | Middle School, High School

  Activity: Neils Bohr Video Questions Mark as Favorite (30 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will answer questions while watching a video about Niels Bohr and learn how he redefined thinking about the atom and the electron. His model of the atom advanced our understanding of subatomic particles and holds an important place in the history and development of atomic theory.

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  Radioactive Isotopes, Radiation, Half Lives, Subatomic Particles, Model of the Atom, History | Middle School, High School

  Activity: Marie Curie Video Questions Mark as Favorite (23 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will watch a short video and learn about Marie Curie, her Nobel Prizes, radiation experiments, and discovery of new elements.

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  Electromagnetic Spectrum, Atomic Spectra, Electrons | High School

  Lab: Mystical Fire Investigation Mark as Favorite (42 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will create several testable questions based upon their observations of a mystical fire. Students then direct their own laboratory experience as they safely investigate these testable questions through the use of multiple flame tests.

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  Electromagnetic Spectrum, Atomic Spectra, Electrons, Identifying an Unknown | High School

  Lab: The Case of the Contaminated Well Mark as Favorite (108 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will observe the colors produced when different metal salt solutions are heated in a flame. Students will take on the role of a forensic investigator and use their results to help them determine if collected evidence was contaminated.

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  Atomic Theory, Subatomic Particles, Model of the Atom, History | Middle School, High School

  Activity: Ernest Rutherford Video Questions Mark as Favorite (22 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will watch a video about Ernest Rutherford. They will learn about his great contributions to chemistry, including his study of alpha particles and his use of the gold foil experiment. They will also find out that he won the Nobel Prize in chemistry for his studies on radioactive substances.

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  Electromagnetic Spectrum, Atomic Spectra, Electrons | High School

  Demonstration: Flame Test (Rainbow Demo) Mark as Favorite (107 Favorites)

  In this demonstration, students will observe the variety of colors produced when different metals or metallic salts are heated in a flame.

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  Isotopes, Atomic Mass, Subatomic Particles | Middle School, High School

  Activity: Candy Isotopes & Atomic Mass Mark as Favorite (77 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will learn about isotopes and be introduced to basic average atomic mass calculations. They will use simple numbers and M&M candies to model ratios that approximate real world atomic mass values on the periodic table.

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  Covalent Bonding, Lewis Structures, VSEPR Theory, Electronegativity, Polarity, Atomic Radius, Valence Electrons | High School

  Project: Molecular Modeling Mark as Favorite (108 Favorites)

  In this project, students will research a molecule selected from the teacher approved list, construct a three-dimensional model of the molecule, and present their research to the class in a 7-10 minute oral presentation.

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  Electromagnetic Spectrum, Emission Spectrum | Middle School

  Lesson Plan: Understanding Light & Color Mark as Favorite (16 Favorites)

  In this lesson students use spectroscopes to analyze the colors of sunlight reflected off a white surface, and determine various colors of light emitted by a multicolor LED bulb at different color settings. They predict what color an object will appear when observed under a certain color of light, and test their predictions with the LED bulb. Students explore how a color wheel can provide a useful model for determining the colors of light an object may absorb or reflect. Finally, students will investigate the color yellow. Many objects that appear yellow are not reflecting yellow light, but reflecting green and red. Students use their spectroscopes to search for objects that truly reflect yellow light.

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  Electron Configuration, Precipitate, Balancing Equations, Electrons, Valence Electrons, Solubility Rules, Classification of Reactions | High School

  Lesson Plan: Transition Metals Color the World Mark as Favorite (68 Favorites)

  In this lesson students will complete a series of double replacement reactions to form precipitates. The precipitates will be used as a pigment to create paint.

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  Electromagnetic Spectrum, Emission Spectrum, Emission Spectrum, Electrons | Middle School, High School

  Lesson Plan: Let it Glow Mark as Favorite (38 Favorites)

  In this lesson students will investigate the fluorescence of a variety of everyday items as well as prepared samples under a black light. Students will examine the concepts of absorption and subsequent emission of photons, as well as wavelength, frequency, and energy of electromagnetic radiation. As extension activities, students will learn about phosphorescence and research real-life applications of photoluminescence.

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  Radioactive Isotopes, Atomic Theory, History, Pros Cons of Nuclear Power, Radiation, Subatomic Particles | Middle School, High School

  Activity: Lise Meitner Video Questions Mark as Favorite (16 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will complete a short series of questions as they watch the Founders of Chemistry video about Lise Meitner. The video tells the story of Lise Meitner, a pioneering female scientist in the field of nuclear chemistry, who was denied a Nobel Prize but has an Element named in her honor.

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  Pros Cons of Nuclear Power, Radiation, Radioactive Isotopes, Atomic Theory, Atoms, History | Middle School, High School

  Video: Lise Meitner Video Mark as Favorite (28 Favorites)

  This video tells the story of Lise Meitner, a pioneering female scientist in the field of nuclear chemistry, who was denied a Nobel Prize but has an Element named in her honor.

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  Periodic Table, Elements, History, Subatomic Particles, Atomic Mass, Ionic Bonding, Covalent Bonding | Middle School, High School

  Project: Exploring Elements Mark as Favorite (43 Favorites)

  In this project, students will select an element and then use Ptable.com to explore aspects of the element including its periodicity, electron configuration, history, and uses in industry.

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  Metallic Bonding, Electrons, Electricity, Electrostatic Forces | High School

  Demonstration: Metallic Bonding & Magnetics Mark as Favorite (27 Favorites)

  In this demonstration students will observe how electrons flow through a metal in an example of metallic bonding. Using tubes made of different metal materials as well as one made of plastic, in combination with a rare earth magnet (neodymium magnet) the teacher will demonstrate how electrons will flow freely through a metal and create a magnetic field.

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  Isotopes, Atomic Mass, Subatomic Particles | Middle School, High School

  Activity: Simulation Activity: Isotopes & Calculating Average Atomic Mass Mark as Favorite (91 Favorites)

  In this simulation, students first learn how the average atomic mass is determined through a tutorial based on the isotope abundance for Carbon. Students will then interact within a workspace where they will select the number of isotopes, the mass of each isotope as well as their abundancies in order to successfully build a mystery element. Finally they will use their choices to calculate the average atomic mass of the mystery element.

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  Isotopes, Atomic Mass, Subatomic Particles | Middle School, High School

  Simulation: Isotopes & Calculating Average Atomic Mass Mark as Favorite (71 Favorites)

  In the May 2017 simulation, students first learn how the average atomic mass is determined through a tutorial based on the isotope abundance for Carbon. Students will then interact within a workspace where they will select the number of isotopes, the mass of each isotope as well as their abundancies in order to successfully build a mystery element. Finally they will use their choices to calculate the average atomic mass of the mystery element.

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  Subatomic Particles, Molecular Structure , Photosynthesis | Middle School

  Lesson Plan: Carbon, Carbon Everywhere Mark as Favorite (6 Favorites)

  In this lesson, students will learn about how Carbon cycles through Earth’s systems and its importance for life on Earth.