
Updated for 2025 AQA GCSE Chemistry and Combined Science (8462 / 8464).
A complete, fully editable lesson covering C3.4 – Giant Ionic Structures from the AQA specification.
Students explore the lattice arrangement of ions, understand how electrostatic forces determine properties, and explain how these structures influence melting point, solubility, and conductivity.
Clear diagrams and scaffolded reasoning tasks build mastery of structure–property links for Paper 1 – Structure and Bonding.
What’s Included
Editable PowerPoint with lattice diagrams and worked examples
Printable / editable worksheets with model answers (Foundation → Higher)
Exam-style questions with mark schemes and sample responses
Retrieval starter and plenary quiz
AfL checkpoints and differentiated challenge tasks
Homework / revision activity
Comprehensive teacher answer key
Topics Covered
Giant ionic lattice structures
Electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions
Explaining melting and boiling points
Solubility in water and electrical conductivity
Differences between solid and molten/aqueous ionic compounds
Connecting structure, bonding and observed properties
Why Teachers Choose This Lesson
Fully aligned with AQA Chemistry (8462 / 8464)
Exam-focused with visual diagrams and clear explanations
Differentiated for Foundation and Higher tiers
Ready-to-teach, editable, and time-saving
Supports AI-enhanced feedback for extended written answers
Suitable For
GCSE Chemistry and Combined Science Paper 1
Classroom teaching, revision, or cover lessons
Department resource banks and standardisation
Format
PPTX slides | DOCX / PDF worksheets | Fully editable | Print-friendly
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