English National Curriculum - Science Science

4. Describe the properties of metals

Mission Objectives

Identify and describe the physical properties of metals, including lustre, malleability, ductility and conductivity

Explain the concept of chemical properties of metals and predict how metals will react in chemical reactions based on their position in the reactivity series

Recognise the importance of metals in industry, biology, and everyday life and understand the impact of metal use on the environment

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Keywords

Words and meanings to learn

malleable

able to be hammered or bent into shape without breaking or cracking

shiny

a polished reflective surface

sonorous

capable of producing a deep or ringing sound

ductile

to be stretched and drawn out into wires

conductor

a material that can transfer energy

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Resources: Various metallic and non-metallic objects, electric circuit with battery and light bulb, beaker with hot water and a nail

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