Investigate the ions of the atomic world. By referencing the periodic table, the video instructor describes the different charges of monoatomic ions and references both their stock and classical names. She then defines polyatomic ions and gives specific examples with charges and names.

Concepts

polyatomic ions, ions, cations, anions, the periodic table

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Record new vocabulary using a graphic organizer such as a Frayer model
• Have pupils color a periodic table according to the type of ion formed

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils must have a solid understanding of the periodic table prior to the lesson

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Emphasizes prefixes and suffixes
• Uses graphic organizers when presenting material

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7