How it works
This unscramble chemistry words worksheet opens on ten terms from a first chemistry unit, such as Atom, Catalyst and Proton. Under each mix is a one-line meaning, a word bank stands at the foot and answers print on page 2.
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Terms, elements, lab equipment
Chemistry terms is 16 words, among them Element, Compound, Reaction, Solution, Isotope and Polymer. Element names has 16 elements, each with its symbol and atomic number as the hint: Symbol Na, atomic number 11 is Sodium. Lab equipment has 14 pieces, from Beaker and Funnel to Burette and Graduated cylinder. New scramble deals another ten.
Hints that define the word
A catalyst speeds up a reaction and is not used up. An isotope is an atom of an element with a different number of neutrons. The meanings follow Wikipedia's article on each term, so the sheet doubles as a vocabulary review.
- For a quiz, untick Word bank at the bottom under More options and keep the hints.
- Hand out a periodic table with the Element names list: pupils look up each symbol to check their answer.
Questions and answers
Does the chemistry word scramble print with an answer key?
Yes. Print gives the worksheet first and the answer key on a page of its own, on Letter or A4 paper. To print the puzzle alone, untick Print the answer key under More options.
Why are iron, neon and silver not on the element list?
Their letters also spell noir, none and sliver. Argon (organ, groan), lead (deal) and tin (nit) were left out for the same reason. The 16 elements listed have no everyday second answer.
What grade is the chemistry word scramble for?
The terms and the lab equipment fit a middle school physical science class or the first weeks of high school chemistry. That is our suggestion, not a standard.