PD Day
PD Day
Do a review of the current model of the atom. Have students work in teams of two or three at the white
boards and they will draw the atom and label the different parts and the subatomic particles present.
Allow one group to explain their answer.
Types of particles
Atoms: the smallest complete piece of an element (made up of only one kind of atom)
Molecules: made up of two or more atoms bonded (very stably joined) together
Classifying matter
Matter is divided into two main categories according to what the smallest particles are and how they are
joined:
1. Pure substances:
Made of one type of particle
a. Elements:
b. Compound:
Solutions of liquids and/or gases are transparent (see through, but not always colourless)
Pieces of the substances that make up the solution are large enough to see (but you may need a
microscope)
Watch video at the end of the lesson summarizing key concepts presented
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR2iR3CZLcw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DjJsOA5y8A