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Atomic Structure & Periodicity

VCE Chemistry: Unit 1: Protons neutrons and electrons.

36:12Concept lessonIntroductory

This lesson explains Unit 1: Protons neutrons and electrons., focusing on Subatomic particles and Atomic notation, isotopes & ions. It helps students determine atomic number, mass number and ionic charge and identify protons, neutrons and electrons.

Subatomic particlesAtomic notation, isotopes & ionsAtomic models & historyEmission spectra & flame testsProtonNeutronElectronAtomIonIsotope

Learning goals

What you should be able to do

  • determine atomic number, mass number and ionic charge
  • identify protons, neutrons and electrons
  • explain emission spectra and flame-test colours
  • interpret isotope abundance data

Curriculum links

VCE Chemistry connections

  • Unit 1, Area of Study 1Elements and the periodic table