Properties and uses of substances
By exploring the properties of different substances and how they can be changed, learners gradually develop their understanding of the connection between structure and properties. They explore the development of new substances which have useful properties, and begin to relate physical and chemical properties to models of atomic structure. Learners begin to use symbols and chemical formulae as a way of communicating information about elements and compounds.
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Through creative play, I explore different materials and can share my reasoning for selecting materials for different purposes.
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Through exploring properties and sources of materials, I can choose appropriate materials to solve practical challenges.
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By contributing to investigations into familiar changes in substances to produce other substances, I can describe how their characteristics have changed.
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I have developed my knowledge of the Periodic Table by considering the properties and uses of a variety of elements relative to their positions.
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Through gaining an understanding of the structure of atoms and how they join, I can begin to connect the properties of substances with their possible structures.
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Having contributed to a variety of practical activities to make and break down compounds, I can describe examples of how the properties of compounds are different from their constituent elements.
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I can make and test predictions about solids dissolving in water and can relate my findings to the world around me.
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I have participated in practical activities to separate simple mixtures of substances and can relate my findings to my everyday experience.
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I can differentiate between pure substances and mixtures in common use and can select appropriate physical methods for separating mixtures into their components.
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I have carried out research into novel materials and can begin to explain the scientific basis of their properties and discuss the possible impacts they may have on society.
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By investigating common conditions that increase the amount of substance that will dissolve or the speed of dissolving, I can relate my findings to the world around me.
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I have taken part in practical investigations into solubility using different solvents and can apply what I have learned to solve everyday practical problems.
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Through evaluation of experimental results, I can demonstrate my understanding of conservation of mass.
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