In some countries, beryllium goes by the name glucinium. The fourth video in a series about chemical elements explains the unique properties of beryllium as well as its uses. It also highlights the dangers of working with beryllium in multiple forms.

Concepts

the periodic table, chemical elements

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Discuss where beryllium is found and the safety procedures for handling it

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of the general properties of metals
• Assumes a strong understanding of the rules of laboratory safety

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Provides subtitles in English and Portuguese
• Requires very little class time

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4