This worksheet reviews the reactivity of metals and provides
an overview of the metal reactivity series. It also
introduces the concept of metal processing and the relative
difficulty in extracting metal from ores based on their
position within the reactivity series. The worksheet has a
focus on aluminium and iron processing techniques, and
provides an opportunity to practice completing chemical
equations based on the reaction steps to form steel.
Educational Value Statement
- Defines metal reactivity series
- Displays information in tables and diagrams
- Outlines metal processing techniques for a range of
metals
- Explains the process of converting bauxite into aluminium
- Explains the process of making steel through the chemical
reaction between iron ore and coke
- Comprehend the steel making process to complete chemical
reactions
Key Learning Objectives
- Students learn about the metal reactivity series
- Students identify the relationship between metal
extraction techniques and the position in the metal
reactivity series
- Students learn about the bauxite to aluminium process
- Students learn about the iron to steel process
- Students understand the process in creating steel
- Students create chemical equations to reflect the steel
making process
Strands
Science Understanding : Chemical Science