Structure of an Atom and Periodic Table

Unit Name: The World Around Us​

Key Concept: Systems

Related Concept:  Patterns, Models

Global Context: Scientific and Technical Innovation

Statement of Inquiry:  An understanding of patterns in the periodic table has helped innovate solutions to meet societal needs.

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Inquiry Questions: 

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Factual:

What is an atom?

What is the difference between elements and compounds?

What are subatomic particles and what charges do they carry?

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Conceptual:

How are elements arranged in the periodic table?

How can one predict the properties of an element based on its position on the periodic table?

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Debatable: Should sale of some elements be restricted?