A World without compounds

Learning Scale Level 4 – Investigate and describe the compounds formed by bonding elements. Level 3 – Describe how elements combine to form compounds. Describe the motion of the particles in a solid, liquid, and gas. Level 2 – Use the periodic table to identify the number of protons, neutrons, or electrons in an element. Level 1 – Locate and identify elements on the periodic table.

Elements vs. Compounds

Think Pair Share What happens to the properties of elements when they combine to form compounds?

Common Compounds NaHCO3 Mg(OH)2 NaCl C12H22O11 H2O SiO2

Your Task You have been hired to create a team that can win the annual element challenge. Each team member must be based on the same basic element but have different skills to ensure that your compound line-up wins!

Compound Line-Up Example Write your element at the top Find 4 compounds with Magnesium in it. Magnesium (Mg)

A World Without Compounds Example Write 2 uses for each compound. Frame of Reference = 3 uses of your element Magnesium (Mg)

Compound Line-Up Summary Write a minimum of one paragraph (4-6 sentences) explaining how one element can combine to form many compounds. Be sure to explain how the properties of elements and compounds are different. Support your answer with evidence from your tree map.