Unit 1: Atomic Structure and Properties

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  • Periodic Table, Atoms, Model of the Atom, Valence Electrons | High School

    Simulation: Periodic Trends: Ionization Energy, Atomic Radius & Ionic Radius Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this simulation, students can investigate the periodic trends of atomic radius, ionization energy, and ionic radius. By choosing elements from the periodic table, atoms can be selected for a side by side comparison and analysis. Students can also attempt to ionize an atom by removing its valence electrons. Quantitative data is available for each periodic trend, and can be further examined in a graph.

  • Atoms, Model of the Atom, Atomic Theory | High School

    Lesson Plan: Modeling Energy in Chemistry: Energy and the Electron Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    This activity is designed for students to build a scientific argument about the relationship between energy and spectral lines by exploring how light interacts with atoms. In the process, students will examine proposed models of the hydrogen atom and use collected data to analyze the proposed models. They will then select one of the models and write a scientific argument to support their choice. Students will then review additional data to support and/or refute their selection. Based on their analysis, students will revise their selected model and construct a new argument to support their revisions.

  • Electrostatic Forces, Emission Spectrum | High School

    Lesson Plan: Introduction to PES Mark as Favorite (0 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.

  • Electrostatic Forces | High School

    Lesson Plan: Coulomb's Law Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

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

  • Separating Mixtures, Covalent Bonding, Concentration | High School

    Lesson Plan: AP Chemistry Experimental Evidence Review Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this lesson, students will evaluate data from 16 simulated lab experiments that were designed to mirror the Recommended Labs from the College Board. Corresponding lab experiments and demonstration options have also been included for teacher reference.

  • Review | High School

    Lesson Plan: AP Chemistry Big Idea Review Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this lesson, students will complete a review of all of the AP Chemistry Big Ideas and Learning Objectives using questions targeting each learning objective. This lesson is based on the AACT AP Chemistry Webinar series: What’s the Big Idea? Last Minute AP Chem Review and What’s the Big Idea? AP Chemistry Review Redux.

  • Percent Composition, Laws of Definite Multiple Proportions | High School

    Lab: Formula of an Unknown Hydrate Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this lab, students will design a laboratory procedure in order to ultimately determine the formula of an unknown hydrated salt. Students must recognize what data points are necessary to collect during the process, as well as how to analyze the data appropriately.

  • Gas Laws, Stoichiometry | High School

    Lab: Carbonate Identification Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this lab students use gas laws and stoichiometry, along with some balloons and simple measuring tools, to identify a metal carbonate from a short list of possibilities.

  • Periodic Table, Model of the Atom | High School

    Animation: Atomic & Ionic Radii Animation Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    This animation explores patterns in atomic and ionic radii. Students will look at the different sizes of atoms in the third period and the atoms in the sixth group to see trends across periods and down groups. They will also look at an atom and its corresponding cation as well as an atom and its corresponding anion.

  • Covalent Bonding, Vsepr Theory | High School

    Activity: VSEPR with Balloons Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will explore Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion Theory using balloon models. Since balloons tend to take up as much space as they can when tied together, they can look like models of central atoms in VSEPR theory, making a great metaphor for the model. This activity is an extension of the activity, Shapes of Molecules found on the AACT website.

  • Periodic Table, Atoms, Model of the Atom | High School

    Activity: Periodic Trends I: Ionization Energy, Atomic Radius & Ionic Radius Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this simulation, students will investigate several periodic trends, including atomic radius, ionization energy and ionic radius. Through the use of this simulation students will have the opportunity to examine atomic data as well as visually compare and interact with select elements from the periodic table.

  • Periodic Table | High School

    Activity: Periodic Trends II: Electron Affinity, Atomic Radius, & Ionic Radius Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this simulation, students will focus their investigation on the electron affinity of an atom. Through the use of this simulation students will have the opportunity to examine the formation of an anion as well as compare the atomic radius of a neutral atom to the ionic radius of its anion.

  • Periodic Table, Atoms, Model of the Atom | High School

    Simulation: Periodic Trends II: Electron Affinity, Atomic Radius & Ionic Radius Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    The May 2016 simulation is a follow-up to the March 2016 simulation. Students will focus their investigation on the electron affinity of an atom. Through the use of this simulation students will have the opportunity to examine the formation of an anion as well as compare the atomic radius of a neutral atom to the ionic radius of its anion.

  • Observations | High School

    Activity: How Do We Clean Up An Oil Spill Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this activity, students simulate an oil spill and test different materials’ ability to “clean” the oil spill.

  • Interdisciplinary | High School

    Project: Chemistry and Art Exhibition Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    In this project, students will use chemistry techniques to construct a piece of artwork.

  • Culminating Project | High School

    Activity: Stop-Motion Video Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will pick a concept to bring to life in a stop-motion video.

  • Culminating Project | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Project: Understanding Renewable Energy Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    In this project, students will conduct research in order to become an “expert” on a specific type of renewable energy source. Students will produce a media presentation and a poster board as well as participate in a symposium focused on renewable energy sources.

  • Culminating Project | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Activity: Video Project Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    In this activity, students will solve a multistep problem in a video so others can learn how to solve it.

  • Culminating Project | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Project: 21st Century Elements Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    In this project, students will learn the importance of the elements in our lives. The students will research one chosen element and create a website, a digital comic strip, or a video to explain the important properties of the element as well as why the element is so important to our lives.

  • Culminating Project | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Project: Second Semester Projects Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    In this project, students will choose a topic and express their knowledge using a medium that they feel suites their style.

  • Culminating Project | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Activity: 24-7 Lecture Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    In this activity, students must demonstrate their understanding of a topic by making a 24 second video and summarizing the concept in seven words.

  • Physical Change | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Activity: Magic Bubble Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    In this lesson, students will create and interpret particle diagrams that represent elements and compounds at the molecular level. They will also describe the process of dissolving and create particle diagrams that represent mixtures at the molecular level.

  • Physical Change | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lab: Distillation of Common Soft Drinks Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this lab, students will see the distillation procedure using a common soft drink and a simple equipment setup.

  • Trends Periodic Table | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Activity: Periodic Trends Investigation Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

    In this activity, students investigate trends in atomic radius, electron affinity, and ionization energy using an online interactive periodic table.

  • Gas Laws | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lab: Ideal Gas Law Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this lab, students use the reaction of an antacid table with water to inflate a balloon. They then use the ideal gas law to determine the number of moles of gas produced by the reaction.

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