Subatomic Particles Protons Neutrons and Electrons AQA GCSE Chemistry

Structure of the Atom - Subatomic Particles

AQA GCSE 9-1 Chemistry (Specification 1.1.4 and 1.1.5)

1. Identify the different subatomic particles in an atom.

2. Explain how the relative charges and masses of subatomic particles differ.

3. Calculate the different numbers of protons, neutrons and electrons in an atom from the atomic number and mass number.

This resource is a PowerPoint to support teaching subatomic particles and structure of the atom.

Included in the resource:

• Opening slide with title, keywords, learning objectives and lead on topics
• Starter slide with simple intro task
• Information slides on locations, charges and relative masses of subatomic particles
• Table handout for students to complete
• Plenary question slide to consolidate learning