Atomic Structure

Academic Vocabulary

Int – Adv
Teens
Grades 8–10

In this resource, students learn about atoms. They read an article and review English vocabulary that is necessary for understanding elements and atomic structure. They also practice organizing information in a chart and labeling a diagram.

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Focus

academic
vocabulary
science
protons / neutrons / electrons
graphic organizers
interpretive
productive

Vocabulary

nucleus
element
proton
electron shell
electron
neutron
atom
subatomic particle
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A spinning paper plane