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Unit Curriculum Map for: Chemistry
Cook County Schools
Unit: #2 Atoms
# of Days: 11
Key Concept(s)
Matter is made up of Atoms and the model of the atom
Standards/Elements
SC3-4
SCSh2-4, 6
Unit Essential Questions
What are atoms and their parts?
What are the main ideas of the Atomic Theory?
Distinguish between atomic number and atomic mass.
What is the electromagnetic spectrum?
How are electrons distributed in energy levels?
How do you write electron configuration notation?
Content
 Models of the atom
 Atomic Theory
 Electron Configuration Notations
 Emission Spectra
Key Terms/Vocabulary – “Language of the Standard/Elements”
Atom, atomic number, atomic theory, electromagnetic spectrum, electron, electron cloud, emission
spectrum, energy level, hypothesis, isotope, law of definite proportions, Lewis dot diagram, mass
number, Newton, nucleus, proton, scientific law, theory, valence electron, electron configuration,
Heisenberg uncertainty principle, inner transition element, orbital, sublevel
Skills
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Infer what happens to atoms during a chemical change
Diagram atoms
Describe various models of the atom
Write electron configurations
Write Lewis dot structure
Assessment(s)
Vocabulary and Chapter tests are given and laboratory grades given on activities completed in
the lab.