Common elements
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can communicate clearly some properties, uses and dangers of one or two common elements.
Key learning points
- Hazard symbols are used to decribe the dangers of substances.
- Each element has its own distinct properties.
- Metalloid elements have some properties of metals and some properties of non-metals.
Keywords
Hazard - A danger associated with a substance.
Metalloid - An element that shares some properties with metals and some properties with non-metals.
Common misconception
Elements cannot have metal and non-metal properties.
Introduction of the metalloids and discussion of their properties.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is an element?
Q2.Which of these is a common property of metals?
Q3.Most non-metals are in the state at room temperature.
Q4.Where are metals typically located on the periodic table?
Q5.Which symbol suggests there may be a fire risk/hazard?
Q6.Match the property of the substance to its potential use.
Electrical wiring
Jackets and coats
Fuel
Jewellery
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does a hazard symbol on a substance indicate?
Q2.Which of the following is a characteristic of metalloids?
Q3.Boron (B) is an example of a metalloid. Astatine (As) is sometimes classed as a metalloid. Give the elemental symbol of another metalloid.
Q4.What one word can be used to give the meaning of this hazard symbol?
Q5.A hazard symbol is used to show...
Q6.Which of the following hazard symbols shows that a substance is very bad for the environment, and if swallowed could kill you or other organisms that consume it?
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