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Are you all bent out of shape, trying to find a great resource that illustrates the properties of metals? Show science scholars the unique world of metallic bonding with a hands-on activity. Users apply three levels of force to a sample of metal, then observe what happens.
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Instructional Ideas
- Incorporate the resource into a properties of metals lesson plan
- Demonstrate the forces shown in the simulation using a sample of a softer metal, such as aluminum
Classroom Considerations
- Lead a discussion about metallic bonding, then have the class use the interactive
- Review the directions with the class, as they mention comparing this resource with another involving ceramic forces
Pros
- Depicts metal atoms with appropriate bonding characteristics
- You can pause, rewind, and fast forward the resource for closer examination