IB DP Unit Planner Topic 2/12: Atomic structure SL HL

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Year 12 Week 2, October 3 Weeks Topic 2: Atomic structure

Unit description
In this unit you will learn about the atom, its structure and our developing understanding of what an atom is.

INQUIRY & PURPOSE

Essential Understandings
What is the significance of the model of the atom in the different areas of knowledge? Are the models and theories that scientists
create accurate descriptions of the natural world, or are they primarily useful interpretations for prediction, explanation and control of
the natural world?

Inquiry Questions
Content-based What is an atom made of?
Debatable Will we ever be able to visualise protons, neutrons and electrons?
Skills-based How can we deduce the number of protons, neutrons and electrons in an atom of an leement using
the Periodic Table?
Concept-based Are atoms are solid spheres?

Transfer goals
That atoms are made up of three sub-atomic particles: the proton, neutron and electron.

That the nucleus of the atom is so small that most of the atom is empty space.

That the electrons of an atom are arranged around the nucleus in specific ways and the number of outer electrons affect the chemical’s
properties.

Missed concepts/misunderstandings
Nucleon number can easily be missed in covering this unit.

RESOURCES
OCT

11
Homework 6
HL SL Formative Classwork/Homework Friday at 9:00 AM

1. Please read Chapter 2.1 The nuclear atom. Make short notes if you feel it will help you when you revise.

2. Answr questions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 on page 65.

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3. Answer question 14 or 15 on page 66. Think TOK.

OCT

14
Presentation - atomic structure research
HL SL Summative Classwork/Homework Monday at 1:50 PM

Please finish your research for a 5 to 10 minute presentation to the class by NEXT LESSON.

OCT

25
Pre-lab reading 'The Hydrogen Spectrum'
HL SL Formative Classwork/Homework Friday at 9:00 AM

Read pages 50-57 (incl.) from the textbook. Concentrate upon understanding the Hydrogen Spectrum. You will
look at the spectrum in a lab in class. This takes only 5 minutes, working in pairs on a rotation basis. Whilst
waiting you will make notes from the above pages, so no need to do them at home. Just read.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gr9rF11gJ70

NOV

8
Electron configurations Past paper questions
HL SL Summative Classwork/Homework Friday at 11:10 AM

Answer the questions.

NOV

15
Test
HL SL Summative Test Friday at 9:00 AM

Atomic structure Chapter 2 & 12

You may find this website useful:https://peacechem.weebly.com/dp-ib-chemistry-i.html

The above website also has a notes section for anyone missing notes from classes!

If you need past paper questions by topic, try this link: https://sites.google.com/a/nisbah.com/chemistry/
IBDP-Chemistry/dp-chemistry

Mr Weng's website is simple, clear and designed for the IB, so I recommend it.

https://www.mrwengibchemistry....

Want videos? I recommend Richard Thornley over Khan Academy as he sticks to the syllabus. Khan Academy is
not specific to the IB.
IB DP Unit Planner Topic 2/12: Atomic structure SL HL

https://www.youtube.com/playli...

Khan Acadmy: for those that want to delve a bit more deeply in places.

Intro to atoms: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Orbitals: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Hydrogen emission spectrum: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Electron configurations: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Ionization energies: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Successive ionization energies: https://www.google.com/search?...

Flashcards:Come see me to borrow them! Or access them through SmartPrep on ManageBac.

CURRICULUM
Aims & Objectives
AIMS

Acquire a body of knowledge, methods and techniques that characterize science and technology
Develop an appreciation of the possibilities and limitations of science and technology
OBJECTIVES

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of

• facts, concepts, and terminology

Apply
• facts, concepts, and terminology

Syllabus Content
Core
• 2. Atomic structure

Additional higher level

• 12. Atomic structure
• 12.1 Electrons in atoms
• Nature of science:
• Experimental evidence to support theories - emission spectra provide evidence for the existence of energy
levels.

• Understandings:
• In an emission spectrum, the limit of convergence at higher frequency corresponds to the first ionization energy.
• Trends in first ionization energy across periods account for the existence of main energy levels and sub-levels
in atoms.
• Successive ionization energy data for an element give information that shows relations to electron
configurations.
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• Applications and skills:

• Solving problems using E=hv.
• Calculation of the value of the first ionization energy from spectral data which gives the wavelength or frequency
of the convergence limit.
• Deduction of the group of an element from its successive ionization energy data.
• Explanation of the trends and discontinuities in first ionization energy across a period.

Content, Skills & Concepts

CONTENT

SL

• Atoms contain a positively charged dense nucleus composed of protons and neutrons (nucleons).
• Negatively charged electrons occupy the space outside the nucleus.
• The mass spectrometer is used to determine the relative atomic mass of an element from its isotopic composition.

HL

• In an emission spectrum, the limit of convergence at higher frequency corresponds to the first ionization energy.
• Trends in first ionization energy across periods account for the existence of main energy levels and sub-levels in atoms.
• Successive ionization energy data for an element give information that shows relations to electron configurations.

You should have already improved on your basic understanding of what an atom is in the leap from KS3 Science (particle theory, with
atoms as solid spheres) to iGCSE where you learnt that atoms are made up of protons, neutrons and electrons. Now, in this unit, you
will develop your internal visual model of the atom even further, with a consideration of the electronic structure of the atom and not
only shells but sub-shells and orbitals. We shall consider the evidence for the existence of these parts of an atom and ask the question
whether or not they are real - or do they simply seem to fit the evidence well? You will then be introduced to the mass spectrometer
and how it works, why we find it a very useful tool.

Prior knowledge will be assessed through self-assessment of the learning statements on a learning ladder at the start and at the end
of the topic. It is not likely that you will have much, if any, prior knowledge of the content of this topic unless touched upon in the
iGCSE Chemistry course.

SKILLS

SL

• Use of the nuclear symbol notation to deduce the number of protons, neutrons and electrons in atoms and ions.
• Calculations involving non-integer relative atomic masses and abundance of isotopes from given data, including mass spectra.

HL

• Solving problems using E = h.v

• Calculation of the value of the first ionization energy from spectral data which gives the wavelength or frequency of the
convergence limit.
• Deduction of the group of an element from its successive ionization energy data.
• Explanation of the trends and discontinuities in first ionization energy across a period.

Describe the structure of an atom, calculate the number of each type of nucleon within it, and relate this to the atomic number and
mass number of an element. You should also be able to identify an element, including its isotopes, from its mass number and atomic
number. You should be able to compare the physical and chemical properties of isotopes of an element and describe the uses of the
isotopes 14 C, 60 Co, 131 I and 125 I. You should be able to describe the working of the mass spectrometer and how it is used to
determine the r.a.m. and abundance of a species from given data. By the end of the unit, you should be able to relate the electronic
structure of an atom to its emission spectrum and deduce the electron arrangement for atoms up to Z=20.
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CONCEPTS

SL

• Atoms are tiny and most of the atom is empty

• Models have been developed over time to describe the structure of an atom according to the evidence
• No subatomic particles can be (or will be) directly observed.

HL

• That evidence from ionization energies and EM spectra allow us to understand the structure of an atom in much more detail than
the Bohr model

That atoms are mostly empty and extremely tiny, with a minute nucleus and electrons flying around the outside in layers or energy
levels.

ASSESSMENT
Assignments
OCT Homework 6
11 SL HL Formative Classwork/Homework Friday at 9:00 AM

1. Please read Chapter 2.1 The nuclear atom. Make short notes if you feel it will help you when you revise.

2. Answr questions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 on page 65.

3. Answer question 14 or 15 on page 66. Think TOK.

OCT Presentation - atomic structure research

14 SL HL Summative Classwork/Homework Monday at 1:50 PM

Please finish your research for a 5 to 10 minute presentation to the class by NEXT LESSON.

OCT Pre-lab reading 'The Hydrogen Spectrum'

25 SL HL Formative Classwork/Homework Friday at 9:00 AM

Read pages 50-57 (incl.) from the textbook. Concentrate upon understanding the Hydrogen Spectrum. You will look at the
spectrum in a lab in class. This takes only 5 minutes, working in pairs on a rotation basis. Whilst waiting you will make notes
from the above pages, so no need to do them at home. Just read.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gr9rF11gJ70

NOV Electron configurations Past paper questions

8 SL HL Summative Classwork/Homework Friday at 11:10 AM

Answer the questions.

NOV Test
15
IB DP Unit Planner Topic 2/12: Atomic structure SL HL

SL HL Summative Test Friday at 9:00 AM

Atomic structure Chapter 2 & 12

You may find this website useful:https://peacechem.weebly.com/dp-ib-chemistry-i.html

The above website also has a notes section for anyone missing notes from classes!

If you need past paper questions by topic, try this link: https://sites.google.com/a/nisbah.com/chemistry/IBDP-
Chemistry/dp-chemistry

Mr Weng's website is simple, clear and designed for the IB, so I recommend it.

https://www.mrwengibchemistry....

Want videos? I recommend Richard Thornley over Khan Academy as he sticks to the syllabus. Khan Academy is not
specific to the IB.

https://www.youtube.com/playli...

Khan Acadmy: for those that want to delve a bit more deeply in places.

Intro to atoms: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Orbitals: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Hydrogen emission spectrum: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Electron configurations: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Ionization energies: https://www.khanacademy.org/sc...

Successive ionization energies: https://www.google.com/search?...

Flashcards:Come see me to borrow them! Or access them through SmartPrep on ManageBac.

Formative assessment
A quiz will be used to identify strengths and weaknesses before the test.

Summative assessment
Students will sit an end of unit test based on past paper questions once the unit is complete.

Peer and self assessment

Through Q&A during presentations; in the end of unit test (students should aim for level 4+).

All questions for homework sheets need to be attempted and students should aim for at least half marks to show an acceptable level
of understanding.

Through the lab report; a partial (1 out of 2 marks) is required in each area of assessment.
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Standardization and moderation

A mixture of teacher assessment, self-assessment and/or peer assessment may be used.

End of unit tests will be marked using mark-schemes from the IB and levelled according to average grade boundaries.

Labs will be marked using the IB IA criteria and double checked through internal moderation before submitting to the exam board.

Assessment criteria
Each homework will be awarded a mark out of 10, except if formatively assessed.

SL Criteria
External Assessment
Paper 1
Multiple-choice questions on the core material

Paper 2
Short-answer and extended-response questions
on the core material

LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Prior learning experiences
You will be provided with information through presentations, lectures in order to cover the basic knowledge and understanding. In
order to test your learning, you will be given regular in-lesson questions to discuss and share with the class. A formative quiz may
be used to assess your understanding at an appropriate point in the sequence of lessons. Worksheets or past paper questions
appropriate to the topic will also be issued, peer or self-marked and discussed in order to address common misconceptions or
mistakes. In this unit, we shall endeavor to perform at least one formative lab.

Prior knowledge will be assessed through self-assessment of the learning statements on a learning ladder at the start and at the end
of the topic. You will also be expected to reflect on your progress, the end of unit test mark, and feedback from your lab report.

Pedagogical approaches
Kinaesthetic and visual learners will appreciate the use of interactive presentations through Boardworks. Aural and verbal learners will
appreciate the lecture style nature of some lessons, with plenty of scope for Q&A. Kinaesthetic learners will greatly benefit from doing
the labs and manipulating the molymod models. Social learners will appreciate the team working (pair and group work) involved in
some aspects of the lessons, including group research in the inquiry activities. Logical learners will greatly appreciate the underlying
explanations of the science. Solitary learners will have the opportunity to try out questions themselves, in the quizzes and through use
of the past paper questions.

Feedback
Activities built into the presentations (e.g. Boardworks) will provide opportunity for informal questions and answers, to diagnose
problems in understanding or interpreting questions and give advice on how to best answer these at the DP level.

Feedback will be given after student presentations to the class, or on project (inquiry) work.

Student expectations
Past paper questions will be self or peer assessed in class, discussed with reference to the mark scheme and misconceptions/
problems discussed.

The IA marking criteria rubric will be used for the lab, as per usual.
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Support materials
Examples
Sample Exam Questions
Mark Schemes

Learning Process
Small group/pair work
PowerPoint lecture/notes
Group presentations

The teacher will normally give introductions to knowledge and understanding through lecture style presentations using social media
(you-tube videos,etc) and PowerPoints.

Students will have the opportunity to share ideas in pair work and through discussion with the rest of the class in Q&A. Students will
be expected to give a presentation on the inquiry homework to the rest of the class.

Lab practical; students will follow instructions to complete a relevant lab and produce a lab report for homework.

Differentiation
Value prior knowledge
Extend learning

Self assessment using the learning ladder at the start and end of the unit will give students opportunity to show some prior knowledge,
and the extent of that knowledge.

Learning is extended in the inquiry activity, which all must participate in, to the the best of their abilities. HL students will be expected
to include more detail (content) in their presentations and to go into greater depth/show greater insight.

HL students will be taught the AHL content as well as Core; HL and SL students will be issued the relevant set of questions from past
papers.

CONNECTIONS
Approaches to Learning
Social
Self management
Research

You need to organise yourselves into groups and decide how best to share the task in order to complete each step of the inquiry in the
given timeframe. Use your research skills to find models of the atom and how these models have changed due to improved evidence.

Learner Profile
Inquirers

Students will be expected to research the history of our development of our understanding of the structure of the atom using the
textbook and internet.

Students will investigate the colours of transition metal ions in the flame tests and relate the results to an understanding of the electrons
in the ions.

Knowledgeable

Students should be able to describe the structure of an atom and deduce its electronic configuration.
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Thinkers

Students should be able to relate the structure of an atom to that elements' reactivity.

Communicators

Students need to develop the subject specific terminology to explain in sufficient depth for IB level studies. Students must be able to
answer relevant questions on this topic succinctly and precisely.

Principled

IB DP students must value the human need for clarification and seek help when unsure and not blindly copy explanations with little or
no understanding.

International Mindedness
The modern model of an atom was developed by many scientists from different countries over the generations.

Academic Honesty
IB DP students must value the human need for clarification and seek help when unsure and not blindly copy explanations with little or
no understanding.

Information Communication Technology

Students will need to use the internet for research and be able to extract relevant information from a range of websites, online videos,
online journals and articles.

Language and learning

Activating background knowledge
Scaffolding for new learning
Acquisition of new learning through practice
Demonstrating proficiency

The inquiry at the start of the unit is aimed at reviewing your learning at iGCSE and preparing you for learning about the modern
understanding of the atomic model. Students will practice writing electron configurations, including transition metals in period 3.

TOK Connections
Ways of knowing
How do we know our atomic model is real? Or is it real? How and why does Science use models for things we can't possibly see?

Who is Richard Feynman? Discuss ‘Are the models and theories which scientists create accurate descriptions of the natural world, or
are they primarily useful interpretations for prediction, explanation and control of the natural world?

None of these particles can be (or will be) directly observed. Which ways of knowing do we use to interpret indirect evidence gained
through the use of technology? Do we believe or know of their existence?

Video clips online: atoms using STEM technology. From this, can we truly say we will NEVER observe sub-atomic particles?

Metacognition
Reflection on content
Reflection on concepts

Did we cover everything before the test? Which concepts were most challenging? Which new learning was most enjoyable? How did
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you perform on the test? How can you improve?