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K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 5

The learner will build an understanding of the structure and properties of matter.

Objective 5.01
Develop an understanding of how scientific processes have led to the current atomic theory.
  • Dalton's atomic theory.
  • J.J. Thomson's model of the atom.
  • Rutherford's gold foil experiment.
  • Bohr's planetary model.
  • Electron cloud model.
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Objective 5.02
Examine the nature of atomic structure:
  • Protons.
  • Neutrons.
  • Electrons.
  • Atomic mass.
  • Atomic number.
  • Isotopes.
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Objective 5.03
Identify substances through the investigation of physical properties:
  • Density.
  • Melting point.
  • Boiling point.
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