Having taught in the UK and abroad, I've experienced teaching many different syllabi including SABIS, AQA, WJEC and Cambridge. I develop resources to help teachers model key concepts, provide practice for students and include answers to help students self-assess their work. Planning for a 27 lesson week can be stressful to say the least, so I hope you find my resources useful. Thank you for choosing my lesson/s, I hope they enrich your teaching practice and make your life easier.
Having taught in the UK and abroad, I've experienced teaching many different syllabi including SABIS, AQA, WJEC and Cambridge. I develop resources to help teachers model key concepts, provide practice for students and include answers to help students self-assess their work. Planning for a 27 lesson week can be stressful to say the least, so I hope you find my resources useful. Thank you for choosing my lesson/s, I hope they enrich your teaching practice and make your life easier.
Learning objectives:
To be able to define osmosis.
To be able to apply knowledge of osmosis to predict whether water will enter or leave cells by osmosis.
Learning objectives:
To be able to describe what food webs show.
To be able to combine food chains to form a food web.
To be able to explain why a food web gives a more accurate representation of feeding relationships than food chains.
Learning objectives:
To be able to state what is meant by an endangered species.
To be able to explain some of the advantages and disadvantages of captive breeding.
To be able to describe some techniques used to prevent extinction.
Learning objectives:
Describe the difference between magnetic and non-magnetic materials.
Describe the interaction of magnetic poles (attraction and repulsion).
This PowerPoint resource, explores how changes in concentration and pressure affect reaction rates, making it ideal for secondary-level chemistry lessons. Students will learn to describe these effects, supported by collision theory, and understand how particle interactions influence reaction outcomes.
The resource includes a structured lesson plan with objectives, engaging starter activities, and thought-provoking plenary questions. Students will answer questions like “What is collision theory?” and “Why does a concentrated acid react faster than a dilute one?” Visual explanations of particle interactions at different concentrations and pressures clarify key concepts. Real-world examples, such as comparing dilute and concentrated acids, help contextualize the material.
Additional features include interactive elements, such as a link to an online simulation of reaction rates and practice questions, to reinforce learning. The resource is formatted as a .pptx file, ensuring compatibility with PowerPoint or Google Slides.
Last updated on 13/12/24, this resource incorporates modern examples and student-centered activities, enhancing its relevance and usability. Perfect for teachers aiming to deliver dynamic lessons on reaction kinetics, it supports curriculum standards and fosters critical thinking.
Learning Objectives:
To be able to define carnivore, herbivore, producer, omnivore, consumer, predator and prey.
To be able to describe what a food chain shows.
To be able to create a food chain.
Learning Objectives:
To be able to state the number of atoms of each element in a chemical formula with or without brackets.
To be able to name compounds consisting of non-metals only and a combination of metals and non-metals.
To be able to describe how to name a compound.
This comprehensive PowerPoint presentation, titled Effect of Temperature, is a dynamic resource designed for educators teaching the impact of temperature on reaction rates. Targeted at science students, this resource aligns with the principles of collision theory and provides an interactive approach to learning.
The lesson begins with clear learning objectives: understanding how temperature affects reaction rates and using collision theory to explain this phenomenon. A starter activity engages students with fundamental questions about reaction rates, graphing variables, and basic calculations, setting the stage for deeper exploration.
The main content includes structured explanations and hands-on simulations, using the PhET Reactions and Rates tool. Students will observe and analyze reactions at varying temperatures, enhancing their grasp of key concepts like particle movement, activation energy, and the conditions for successful collisions. Visual aids and particle diagrams complement the teaching material, making abstract concepts accessible and engaging.
This resource also features practice questions for skill reinforcement and challenge activities for advanced learners. A plenary section reviews key factors influencing reaction rates, encouraging students to consolidate their understanding.
Designed for flexibility, this resource can be adapted to classroom or virtual learning environments. The included file is a PowerPoint presentation (.pptx), ensuring compatibility with most devices. Last updated on 13/12/24 with detailed annotations and questions, this resource provides an up-to-date and interactive tool for educators.
Keywords: Collision Theory, Reaction Rates, Temperature and Activation Energy.
-Recognise hazard symbols and match the symbol to its meaning.
-Describe safety precautions that should be taken when handling substances, based on their hazard symbols.
Learning Objectives:
State that materials are made up of particles.
Describe how the features of the particles can affect the properties.
Evaluate particle models.
Learning objectives:
Define homeostasis and explain why internal conditions need to be maintained.
Describe what the CNS is and how information is passed along neurones.
Describe what a reflex action is, why it is important and give examples.
This GCSE chemistry resource bundle provides a comprehensive overview of crude oil, hydrocarbons, and their significance in everyday life. Designed to align with GCSE chemistry curricula, it features five engaging lessons that cover the composition, properties, and uses of hydrocarbons, along with key industrial processes. This bundle is perfect for teaching or revising these vital topics.
The bundle includes:
Crude Oil, Hydrocarbons, and Alkanes: Introduces the formation of crude oil, the structure and properties of hydrocarbons, and the classification of alkanes as saturated hydrocarbons.
Fractional Distillation, Fractions, and Uses of Fractions: Explains the fractional distillation process, how it separates crude oil into useful fractions, and the applications of these fractions in everyday life.
Properties of Hydrocarbons: Examines the physical and chemical properties of hydrocarbons, including boiling points, viscosity, and flammability, with links to their molecular structure.
Combustion of Hydrocarbons: Covers complete and incomplete combustion, the products formed, and the environmental implications of burning hydrocarbons.
Cracking Hydrocarbons: Explores the process of cracking, how it breaks down long-chain hydrocarbons into more useful smaller ones, and the importance of alkenes in the chemical industry.
How to use:
Each lesson includes starter activities, detailed explanations, diagrams, and exam-style questions to ensure students fully understand key concepts. Teachers can use this bundle for structured lessons or revision sessions. It provides a clear and engaging approach to learning about hydrocarbons, preparing students for exams while connecting classroom theory to real-world applications.
Lesson 1 - Crude Oil, Hydrocarbons and Alkanes
Lesson 2 - Fractional Distillation, Fractions and Uses of Fractions
Lesson 3 - Properties of Hydrocarbons
Lesson 4 - Combustion of Hydrocarbons
Lesson 5 - Cracking Hydrocarbons
This detailed PowerPoint presentation is an educational resource designed for teaching the process of hydrocarbon cracking to secondary school students studying chemistry. It aligns with curriculum specifications related to hydrocarbons, alkenes, and organic chemistry. The resource introduces key concepts such as the definition of alkenes, their general formula, and their unsaturated nature due to the presence of a double bond. It also covers the process of cracking hydrocarbons, explaining both catalytic and steam cracking methods, and includes relevant equations for students to practice.
The lesson provides clear learning objectives, which include defining alkenes and describing the first four alkenes with their molecular formulas and structures. Additionally, the resource explains how to conduct a chemical test for alkenes and outlines the conditions necessary for cracking. Students can engage with the content through interactive starter activities, such as answering questions about hydrocarbons, molecular formulas, and structural representations, which will help them develop a deeper understanding of the topic.
The resource further explores real-world applications by discussing the role of cracking in oil refineries. It also addresses the challenges of balancing the supply and demand for various hydrocarbons, providing students with context for how cracking can be used to produce shorter, more useful hydrocarbons from longer chains. The concept of polymerization is also included, explaining how ethene (a product of cracking) is used to create poly(ethene), a widely used plastic material.
To enhance the learning experience, the PowerPoint includes multimedia elements, such as links to YouTube videos that demonstrate experiments and the cracking process. The resource is available in PowerPoint format (.pptx) and has been updated to ensure accuracy and relevance. This resource is an ideal teaching tool for educators looking to deliver comprehensive, engaging, and informative lessons on hydrocarbon cracking.
This PowerPoint presentation offers an in-depth exploration of the combustion of hydrocarbons, making it an ideal resource for secondary school chemistry lessons. It covers the fundamental concepts of complete and incomplete combustion, emphasizing their differences, practical applications, and the potential dangers associated with incomplete combustion.
The lesson begins with clear learning objectives, including writing and balancing word and symbol equations for hydrocarbon combustion, describing the testing methods for combustion products, and explaining the lethal effects of carbon monoxide produced during incomplete combustion. Starter activities engage students with thought-provoking questions about the properties of hydrocarbons, such as flammability, viscosity, and boiling points relative to chain length.
The presentation includes detailed explanations of the chemical reactions involved in combustion, highlighting the oxidation processes of carbon and hydrogen. It provides guidance on how to write equations for complete and incomplete combustion, with examples such as methane, propane, and butane. Tests for identifying combustion products, such as the use of limewater for carbon dioxide and anhydrous copper sulfate for water, are also demonstrated.
Key safety aspects are addressed, including the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning, the importance of regular boiler servicing, and the use of carbon monoxide detectors. The resource emphasizes the practical implications of combustion processes, making connections to real-world applications and hazards.
Multimedia elements, such as video links, enhance the learning experience by providing visual demonstrations of combustion tests. This PowerPoint file (.pptx) is designed to align with educational specifications, ensuring relevance and clarity for both teachers and students. Updated content makes this an excellent tool for delivering engaging and informative lessons on hydrocarbon combustion.
This PowerPoint presentation provides an insightful exploration of the properties of hydrocarbons, specifically designed for secondary school chemistry lessons. It delves into how the physical and chemical properties of hydrocarbons change with chain length and their implications for real-world applications.
The resource begins with clear learning objectives, such as demonstrating the separation of crude oil into fractions through fractional distillation, describing trends in viscosity, flammability, and boiling point as chain length varies, and linking these properties to the practical uses of hydrocarbons. Starter activities engage students with thought-provoking questions, laying the foundation for the lesson.
Core concepts are presented through easy-to-follow explanations and interactive activities. The presentation covers key terms, including boiling point, flammability, viscosity, and volatility, with gap-fill exercises to reinforce understanding. It explains how fractional distillation separates hydrocarbons based on boiling points and explores the properties of smaller versus larger hydrocarbons. For instance, smaller hydrocarbons are more volatile and flammable, making them ideal for cooking gases, while larger hydrocarbons are more viscous and suited for road surfacing.
The resource also includes practical demonstrations, such as laboratory fractional distillation, supported by linked video content for enhanced understanding. Students are challenged to apply their knowledge by writing methods for separating synthetic crude oil and investigating its fractions’ properties.
Available as a PowerPoint file (.pptx), this resource is updated to align with educational standards and offers a comprehensive tool for engaging and educating students about the properties and uses of hydrocarbons.