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Science at key stage 3    (Year 9)

Unit 9F: Patterns of reactivity

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Prior learning

It is helpful if pupils:

  • can explain the differences between elements and compounds
  • have represented elements and compounds by symbols and formulae
  • have represented chemical reactions by word equations
  • have carried out tests to identify common gases
  • know that many metals react with oxygen to form oxides
  • can make generalisations about the reaction of metals with acids

Sections in this unit

This unit is divided into sections. Each section contains a sequence of activities with related objectives and outcomes. You can view this unit by moving through the sections or print/download the whole unit.
1. Why do metals tarnish?
2. How do metals react with water?
3. Is the order of reactivity of metals with water the same as that with acids?
4. Can we make predictions about the reactions of metals with oxygen?
5. a. Can metals displace each other?
6. b. Can metals displace each other?
7. Checking progress
8. How does the activity series relate to uses and sources of metals?
9. How can we find out more about the reaction of metals with acids?
10. Reviewing work