looks at bonding, orbitals and electron density maps

To help with GCSE extended answer questions.

can be used as end of topic test

I show the group this example of properties and uses of iron, then i give them an element each and they have to produce an A4 poster with properties and uses. This is easy to differentiate for low and high ability by choice of element - done using internet.

demo prac, get pupils to draw scientific diagram and peer assess, then do prac themselves

ppt to help explain how polarisation leads to covalent characteristics.

introduction to fuels topic and setting the scene for practical lesson: Comparing the temperature rise produced when the same volume of water is heated by different fuels.

Goes through what is required on edexcel a2 specification. Looks at ways of adding and removing carbon atoms.

a selection of tasks for pupils to make revision poster and present back to rest of class

2 question test - questions on free rad sub and electrophilic addition, followed by mass spec analysis. There is also an improvement sheet for students to fill in QUALITY MARKING OPPORTUNITY

Fill in sheet to go through all required equations

short test covering the Edexcel specification requirements for AS unit 1.

Aims: Revisit the idea of a relative mass; Revise the information contained on the periodic table; Learn how to calculate: Relative molecular mass Empirical formula

Students need to know their AS reactions before analysing mass spectra.

Homework resource - I generally quality mark this as there is always room for improvement!

questions on RMM, isotopic mass and empirical formula.

I use this as a starter once I have taught bonding to check understanding.

Crib sheet to be filled in as end of topic revision.

task to plan, carry out and write up practical for the Synthesis of methyl 3-nitrobenzoate

this w/s has 3 sections: 1/ questions on transition metals 2/ gcse organic chemistry 3/ the cosmetics industry I used this with my top set year 11s as a lesson and h/w