Purity of Substances
Students will understand how to assess the purity of a substance and the implications of impurities.
Key Questions
- Explain how melting point and boiling point can be used to assess the purity of a substance.
- Differentiate between pure substances and mixtures.
- Analyze the impact of impurities on the physical properties of a substance.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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