Atomic_Structure_Lesson_Worksheet
Atomic_Structure_Lesson_Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Lesson Objectives:
1. Identify the three subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons.
2. Understand the structure of an atom and the arrangement of subatomic particles.
3. Define atomic number and mass number.
4. Calculate the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.
Lesson Structure:
1. Introduction (10 min) - Show a simple atomic model, ask students what they know.
2. Explanation (20 min) - Explain protons, neutrons, electrons, atomic number, and mass number.
3. Activity & Worksheet (20 min) - Students practice calculating atomic structure.
4. Recap & Assessment (10 min) - Review answers and discuss key points.
Section B: Calculations
1. An atom has an atomic number of 11 and a mass number of 23. Calculate the number of
protons, neutrons, and electrons.
2. A neutral atom has 17 protons and 18 neutrons. What is its atomic number and mass
number?
Model Answers
1. a) Positive
2. b) In electron shells
Section B: Calculations