How are atoms structured? Viewers of the video first learn about atoms and atomic structure, including the nucleus and electron shells. The video then describes how atomic numbers and atomic masses are expressed on atomic symbols. You'll also know how to do a gedankenexperiment, or thought experiment, when you're done watching!

Concepts

atomic structure, atoms, protons, neutrons, electrons, electron shells, atomic numbers, atomic mass

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the video as an intervention tool
• Have learners pick their favorite element and write out its atomic structure using symbolic notation

Classroom Considerations

• Video describes protons, neutrons, and electrons, so the resource is great as an introductory lesson

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Clear and concise explanations
• Color coding allows viewers to see which part of the atomic structure is expressed in the symbolic notation

Cons

• The diagram of the atom in the video lacks detail