Shapes of Molecules

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Resource ID#: 52358 Primary Type: Video/Audio/Animation

Direct Link: http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/molecule-shapes

Differentiate between electron pair and molecular geometry
Learn how to name electron pair and molecular geometries for molecules with up to six electron groups around the central atom
Illustrate how electron pair repulsion affects bond angles

Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators , Students , Parents

Suggested Technology: Adobe Flash Player, Java Plugin

Instructional Time: 20 Minute(s)

Keywords: molecules, shapes, lone pairs, bond angles, repulsion

Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation, Virtual Manipulative, Teaching Idea

Instructional Design Framework(s): Demonstration

Resource Collection: Games and Simulations

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