Atomic Architecture and Periodic Trends · Atomic Structure
Periodicity and Physical Properties
Analyzing trends in melting points, boiling points, and atomic radii across Period 3.
Key Questions
- 1How does the type of bonding in a substance determine its position on the periodic table?
- 2Why is there a significant drop in melting point between silicon and phosphorus?
- 3How can we predict the properties of undiscovered elements using periodic trends?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
A-Level: Chemistry - PeriodicityA-Level: Chemistry - Physical Properties and Trends
Year: Year 12
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Atomic Architecture and Periodic Trends
Period: Atomic Structure
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