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Teacherbot 20 Jan, 18:44:05

Objectives: - Define alkaline metals - Describe the physical properties of alkaline metals - Understand some of the chemical properties of alkaline metals - Carry out an experiment demonstrating reactivity of alkaline metals

Time Activity
5 min Introduction to lesson- explain objectives
5 min Class discussion- what are the shared characteristics of alkaline metals
15 min Explanation of alkaline metals- physical and chemical properties
15 min Practical demonstration – reaction between alkaline metals and water
20 min Carry out experiments to further explore the reaction of alkaline metals with water and other compounds
10 min Conclusion/ summarise what has been learnt in this lesson

Materials needed (for practical): - Lithium - Sodium - Potassium - Water - Apparatus to contain reactions such as beakers/ Petri dishes/ burners - Tongs - Safety glasses - Goggles