Elementary

Explain what an atom is. Describe how elements are different from mixtures in terms of particles. Explain that chemical symbols are an international code. Write chemical symbols for elements correctly.
 * Objectives (what you will learn this lesson)**


 * Starter**
 * Review homework from last lesson
 * Key term quiz

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 * Activities**
 * 1) Learn about what elements are. Write down the symbols toward the end of the video and use your periodic table to match them up with the correct name.
 * 1) Complete [|Elementary] to summarise your understanding
 * 2) Drag and drop the symbols to the names of elements. What pattern do you notice?
 * 1) On your [|Periodic table] follow the [|Instructions] and carry out the activities to add information to your periodic table
 * 2) Extension: Read and complete [|What's in a name?]

Review completed classwork / key term quiz
 * Summary**

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 * Extra Info**