In Unit 1, Matter Basics, we will be discussing what makes up matter (atoms) and the fact that atoms come together in molecules to form the many different types of materials on earth. We will learn how to recognize the number of different types of atoms as represented by chemical formulas. We will look at how different materials have different properties and examine those properties. We will learn how to measure properties such as density and why being able to recognize these properties are important. We will also take a look at the different phases of matter, solids, liquids, and gases. During this process we will learn about the energy and particle motion within different phases of matter as well as examine how matter changes from one phase to another.
The essential learning targets for this unit are as follows:
- I can explain the difference between atoms and molecules (elements and compounds)
- I can interpret the information provided on the periodic table as it relates to different types of matter.
- I can accurately interpret and count the different atoms in the chemical formula of a molecule.
- I can construct models of simple molecules.
- I can explain the difference in particle motion and particle spacing of solids, liquids, and gases and explain the effect temperature has in each.
- I can identify how energy causes a change in the state of matter and predict the resulting change of state if energy is added or removed.
Below you will find links to resources that will be helpful for this unit.
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