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CH 11 ASSIGNMENT: Plotting Atomic
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An importantpart of science is being able to effectivelyrepresent and
data.
In this assignment-youMill:
1. Students will collect data and create two ra hs hat lot at
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Graph 1: Atomic radii vs Atomic number across the periodic table.
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Graph 2: Atomic radii vs Atomic number down a qroup on the periodic table
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across a period and down a group and providing an explanation for the pattern(s)
find.
Accurate atomic radius data for this assignment can be found from numerous sources.
To reduce confusion between sources please use the chart below to create your
graphs. We will be plottingthe covalent radius of atoms, which is determined by
analyzing the size of atoms in molecules. Have your periodic table handy as the chart
below does not have atomic numbers included. Recall, elements are defined by the
number of protons they contain which is equal to the atomic number.
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https://en.wikipedia.orq/wiki/Atomic
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2. Students will summarize the trends in each graph and relate these
findings to
your knowledge of atomic structure.
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INSTRUCTIONS:

Part 1: Collecting Data

Complete the data tables below
using the source chart provided above.
Units: picometers (pm or 1 x 10-12
m)

Atomic numbervs Atomic Radius across a period

Atomic Number Atomic Radius, pm Element Symbol
11 180 Na
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13
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15
16 100
17

Atomic number vs Atomic Radius down a group

Atomic Number Atomic Radius, pm Element Symbol
1 25
3
11
19
37
55
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Part 2: Create two graphs

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Graph 1: Atomic radii vs

Atomic Number Across a Period
Graph 2: Atomic radii vs Atomic
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distance between the nucleus and electrons change? What is the ability of the
protons in the nucleus to attract the outer electron shell and keep it close?
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