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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Molecules to the Max!—Educators Resource Guide

For Teachers 5th - 8th Standards
From molecules to nanotubes, an engaging unit explores the world of tiny science. Fifteen hands-on experiments and lessons engage young scientists as they learn chemistry. Discussions, worksheets, and data analysis reinforce the concepts...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Chemical Elements

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this elements worksheet, students determine the number of moles and the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons for given atoms or ions. Students calculate the atomic weight of an element. This worksheet has 3 fill in the blank and...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Periodic Table Puzzle

For Students 10th - 11th
In this chemistry worksheet, students use the clues given at the bottom of the sheet to solve the crossword puzzle on the Periodic Table. They describe the number of protons and electrons some elements posses, as well as identify their...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Chemistry Worksheet (Mole)

For Teachers 10th - 11th
In this chemistry worksheet, students identify and name the number of neutrons, electrons, and protons for each. Then they illustrate how the electrons are arranged in a cloud. Students also find the relative number of atoms in the two...
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Curated OER

Periodic Table of Elements

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students use reference skills to locate information about the periodic table. They identify elements by name, atomic number, atomic mass, symbol and properties. Students use mathematical processes to find the number of protons,electrons...
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Virginia Department of Education

The Modern Model of Atomic Structure

For Teachers 9th - 12th
The difference between atomic mass and atomic number can be confusing for some young chemists. Help your class better understand the concepts by allowing them to sketch an atom on paper and then discuss their experience. Upon completion...
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Curated OER

The Atom

For Students 9th - 12th
In this atom worksheet, students read about the structure of the atom including its subatomic particles and John Dalton's theory of the atom. Students also read about the differences between atoms, molecules and compounds. They answer 30...
Worksheet
Curated OER

The Atoms Family Album

For Students 5th - 7th
In the atom instructional activity, students read a story about the "Atoms Family" and are given descriptions of the structures of atoms through the story. Students interpret the descriptions by drawing the described atom structure, they...
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Curated OER

Static Electricity

For Students 7th - 9th
In this static electricity worksheet, students experiment with balloons, plastic bags and flannel clothes to observe attraction and repulsion of objects. Students complete three data tables indicating the charge on the objects and if...
PPT
Curated OER

Atomic Models

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Your students should enjoy this slideshow which includes some basic definitions about the atomic structure of atoms. In fact, this presentation would be best-viewed before giving details and diagrams of neutrons, protons and quarks. The...
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Curated OER

Science Crossword Puzzles - Atoms and Matter

For Students 10th - 11th
In this science crossword puzzle worksheet, students determine the answers to 7 clues using vocabulary associated with atoms and matter. They fill in the puzzle both across and down.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Answers for Elements and Compounds Crossword Puzzle

For Students 8th - 12th
In this chemistry worksheet, students are provided with the answers to a 28 clue crossword puzzle about elements and compounds.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Making Atoms

For Students 10th - 12th
In this atoms worksheet, learners determine an atoms based on its protons, and neutrons. Students determine the electron levels for the oxygen atom. This worksheet has 1 multiple choice, 4 fill in the blank, and 13 short answer questions.
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Curated OER

The Physical Setting

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Pupils study atoms and their protons and neutrons.  In this physical setting lesson students work together to complete a lab activity. 
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Curated OER

Making Models of Atoms and Isotopes

For Teachers 7th - 9th
In this models of atoms and isotopes worksheet, students use marshmallow of different colors to represent the protons, neutrons and electrons in an atom. Students make models of the 3 isotopes of hydrogen. They draw a diagram of each and...
Worksheet
Curated OER

What is an Electric Charge?

For Students 6th - 12th
In this atom learning exercise, students read a paragraph about how atoms become positively and negatively charged. Students complete 6 short answer questions based on the reading.
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Curated OER

Static!

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore static electricity. They listen to and discuss the book, 'All About Electricity,' participate in two experiments, and design and present a static electricity demonstration.
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Curated OER

Atoms and Static Electricity

For Students 6th - 8th
In this chemistry learning exercise, students learn about atoms and static electricity. They read about these topics and then use what they learned to answer the 11 questions on the page. The answers are on the last page of the packet.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Atomic Structure

For Students 10th - 11th
In this atomic structure instructional activity, learners explain that an atom is made up of protons, neutrons and electrons. Then they explain that the atomic number is equal to the number of protons and the mass number is equal to the...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Atom Basics Test

For Students 7th - 12th
Simple in format and standard in content, this resource is an assessment of your beginning chemists' grasp of the atom. Using a periodic table of elements, they fill in a chart of missing chemical formulas, atomic masses, and numbers of...
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Teach Engineering

The Building Blocks of Matter

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
Everything can be reduced to atoms. The first installment of a six-part Mixtures and Solutions unit focuses on the building blocks of matter. Scholars review basic atomic structure, including protons, neutrons, and electrons, in...
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Flipping Physics

AP Physics 1: Electrostatics Review

For Students 11th - 12th
AP Physics scholars will be excited to find this review of electrostatics as they prepare for the AP exam. Fast-paced, interesting, and comprehensive, the video also includes test-taking tips and common misconceptions.
PPT
Urbana School District

Forces

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed Standards
Is your class struggling with Newton's Second Law? Then show them a presentation that covers everything physics scholars need to know about forces. Starting with gravity, the slides focus on Newton's Laws of Motion, and end with an...
Handout
Chapman University

The Standard Model Poster

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Chemistry classes will appreciate this color-coded, single-page reference sheet for The Standard Model of particle physics. It is divided into two main sections: elementary particles and compound particles, both with their antiparticles....

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