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Atomic Structure and Subatomic Particles
10th Grade · Science · UK GCSE
6 lessons
Goal
Explain the structure of the nuclear atom, calculate subatomic particles in atoms and ions, and evaluate historical models of the atom.
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Typical Dimensions and Order of Magnitude of Atoms and Molecules
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- 1Typical Dimensions and Order of Magnitude of Atoms and MoleculesUp nextStart
- 2Structure of the Atom: Protons, Neutrons and ElectronsPremiumNot started yet
- 3Historical Development of Atomic Models: Dalton to BohrNot started yet
- 4Isotopes: Atoms of the Same Element With Different MassesNot started yet
- 5Calculating Relative Atomic Mass from Isotopic AbundancesNot started yet
- 6Calculating Subatomic Particles in Positive and Negative IonsNot started yet
Standards Covered
- UK-GCSE-SCIENCE-CHEM-ATGeneral Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) · Science · Year 11 (GCSE) · Grade 10Atomic structure and the Periodic Table
- UK-GCSE-SCIENCE-CHEM-AT-01General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) · Science · Year 11 (GCSE) · Grade 10A simple model of the atom, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes
- UK-GCSE-SCIENCE-CHEM-AT-01-02General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) · Science · Year 11 (GCSE) · Grade 10recall the typical size (order of magnitude) of atoms and small molecules
- UK-GCSE-SCIENCE-CHEM-AT-01-01General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) · Science · Year 11 (GCSE) · Grade 10describe the atom as a positively charged nucleus surrounded by negatively charged electrons, with the nuclear radius much smaller than that of the atom and with most of the mass in the nucleus
- UK-GCSE-SCIENCE-CHEM-AT-01-04General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) · Science · Year 11 (GCSE) · Grade 10recall relative charges and approximate relative masses of protons, neutrons and electrons
- UK-GCSE-SCIENCE-CHEM-AT-01-03General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) · Science · Year 11 (GCSE) · Grade 10describe how and why the atomic model has changed over time
- UK-GCSE-SCIENCE-CHEM-AT-01-05General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) · Science · Year 11 (GCSE) · Grade 10calculate numbers of protons, neutrons and electrons in atoms and ions, given atomic number and mass number of isotopes
Curriculum Framework
10th Grade · Science · UK GCSE
1
6 lessons
Atomic Structure and Subatomic Particles
Explain the structure of the nuclear atom, calculate subatomic particles in atoms and ions, and evaluate historical models of the atom.
2
6 lessons
The Periodic Table and Electronic Structure
Explain how the modern Periodic Table is organised by atomic number and electron arrangements, and compare metals with non-metals.
3
6 lessons
Periodic Groups and Chemical Trends
Describe the chemical and physical properties of Groups 1, 7 and 0, and explain reactivity trends down groups.
4
5 lessons
States of Matter and Particle Theory
Model states of matter and changes of state using kinetic theory, evaluate particle models, and predict states from melting and boiling point data.
5
6 lessons
Bonding, Structure and Properties of Matter
Describe and compare ionic, simple covalent, giant covalent, polymeric, and metallic bonding and relate structure to bulk properties.
6
5 lessons
Chemical Bonding Models and Representations
Explain chemical bonding via electrostatic attractions, construct and critique bonding representations, and relate bonding to bulk material properties.
7
5 lessons
Carbon Chemistry and Allotropes
Explain the diverse structures, bonding arrangements, and industrial applications of carbon compounds, giant covalent networks, and fullerenes.
8
3 lessons
Atomic Scale and Mathematical Modelling in Chemistry
Estimate and relate the dimensions and scale of atoms and nanoparticles to real-world objects using standard form, ratios, and graphical representations.