Atomic Structure and Matter

Virginia SOL PS.2

Investigate and understand that matter is composed of atoms and how atomic understanding has evolved.

What students need to be able to do

  • Investigate and understand that matter is composed of atoms.
  • Recognize that our understanding of atoms has developed over time.
  • Use the periodic table to predict the chemical and physical properties of matter.
  • Use the kinetic molecular theory to predict and explain matter interactions.