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Compare Ionic and Covalent Compounds This week, we’ll be continuing our studies of matter by looking at how electron dot diagrams and the periodic table help us figure out what types of bonds certain elements will make. Watch the vid above for a little preview. Should be fun!

Episode 3 is up! Ashley Earl the Science Girl Episode 3

We’re wrapping up with our initial studies of the Periodic Table groups. So, you should be able to point out or explain the following terms… – Periods – Groups – Atomic Number – Atomic Mass – Reactive – Metals on Periodic Table 1. Alkali 2. Alkaline Earth Metals 3. Transition Metals 4. Mixed Groups 5. [...]

Here’s a podcast reviewing our notes from today: Listen! We discussed the properties and characteristics of Group 1 Elements (Alkali Metals) compared to the rest of the elements on the periodic table. Make sure you’re familiar with the elements in Group 1 by name, you are able to name a few of their characteristics and [...]

We’ll be watching a few of these in class Monday when we discuss Group 1 elements. Enjoy! The Periodic Table of Videos – University of Nottingham

Based on Madeline’s blooper video… madelineringtone

Must Watch! Ashley’s Homework Blog Here is Episode 1, btw.

Neat mashup of the beloved Element Song with Google’s new “Instant Search” feature that went live this week… via Make: Online : The Elements, as seen by the Internet

Click the awesome pic below to find out… Astronomy Picture of the Day

Here’s the promised podcast! Atomic Model Review: Listen! Listen and study!