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Periodic Table as a Model

Virginia SOL PS.4

Investigate and understand the periodic table as a model for organizing elements based on atomic structure.

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What students need to be able to do

  • Identify symbols, atomic numbers, atomic mass, chemical groups (families), and periods on the periodic table.
  • Classify elements as metals, metalloids, and nonmetals.