Category: Physical Science

Students reviewed the vocabulary test, and Chapter Review from the book as well as questions from the Book's website. Then we took the Chapter Test on Atoms and the Periodic Table.

Today, we took the Atoms & Periodic Table Voc. Test and completed the Chapter Review in preparations for the Chapter Test on the same chapter tomorrow. Study...

Students completed the Atoms & the Periodic Table Review Questions and the Crossword Puzzle in class today. There will be a vocabulary test tomorrow.

Today, we looked at the differences in groups and periods on the Periodic Table. Then we learned of the characteristics in metals, nonmetals, and metalloids. Finally, we learned how to draw electron dot models using the Periodic Table. They were given an Electron Dot Model WS due before 8th period today. Last but not least, they were assigned the vocabulary for this chapter for homework and due tomorrow.

Students learned how to determine the electron configuration for atoms 1-19 on the Periodic Table. We also learned the difference in groups and periods and atomic number, atomic mass, and mass number.

Today, we learned how to determine the number of protons, neutrons and electrons in an atom. We learned how to determine atomic number and mass number. We also determined the difference in groups and periods. Today, they completed the Atomic Structure WS during school.

We covered the notes on the Chemical Symbols of the Periodic Table. Students were then given a Worksheet to complete that asked them to write the Chemical Symbols for 100 elements. Learning to write the chemical symbols correctly is the main goal, as well as becoming familiar with uncommon symbols.

Today, we completed the last of the scientists who developed the Atomic Theory. We began to talk about the parts of an atom, the locations of electrons and The Periodic Table.

Today we started listing the scientists who contributed to the Atomic Theory in our weather shortened class periods.

Today, we completed the Solid, Liquid, and Gas Crossword Puzzle. Students were able to use their notes on the Voc. Test. They were also given their 1st Sem. Exam Review Guides.