Atomic Structure and Periodic Trends · Physical Science

Ionic and Covalent Bonding

Investigating how atoms join together to form the compounds that make up our world.

Key Questions

  1. 1What forces hold atoms together in a solid crystal?
  2. 2How does the type of bond affect the melting point of a substance?
  3. 3Why do some liquids conduct electricity while others do not?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: Science - Atoms, Elements and CompoundsKS3: Science - Chemical Changes
Year: Year 9
Subject: Science
Unit: Atomic Structure and Periodic Trends
Period: Physical Science

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