Science Flashcards
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Identify that all matter is made up of atoms.
• Describe and draw the structure of an atom in terms of the
nucleus
protons
table.
• Draw the electron configuration of the first 20 elements.
• Define an ion.
• Use models to describe the formation of cations and anions
• Use valency to describe the number of electrons an atom
needs to gain
lose or share to achieve a stable electron
configuration.
• Explain noble gas configuration and identify that it occurs
during chemical bonding
• Recognise that some elements exist as diatomic molecules.
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Practical Investigations:
• Flame tests
• Detecting Ions in solution (pg 13
Pearson Science 9)
• Describe types of chemical bonds
including ionic
and metallic bonds.
• Construct chemical formulas of some common ionic
compounds and covalent molecules.
• Conduct an investigation to observe and compare the physical
and chemical properties of ionic
covalent and metallic