BUILD AN ATOM – CHEMISTRY SIMULATION
ACTIVITY OVERVIEW:
Construct atoms by adding protons, neutrons, and electrons. Students explore atomic structure, isotopes, and ions while building atoms of different elements.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Build atoms from subatomic particles
• Understand atomic structure
• Explore isotopes and ions
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT:
• TX TEKS Chemistry – Atomic structure
• NGSS – Structure and Properties of Matter
SKILLS DEVELOPED:
Atomic Structure, Scientific Modeling, Element Recognition, Chemistry Foundations
GRADE LEVELS: 9th-12th Grade
ACTIVITY TYPE: Simulation