Take a look at some molecules that are so cool, they're polar! Scholars examine the effect polarity has on a molecule's shape and charge. Change up the view and choose between an opaque or transparent molecular surface, complete with color-coded charge areas on each of eight molecules.

Concepts

polar molecules, molecules, organic molecules, molecular geometry

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Ask learners to research each molecule featured in the resource so they can relate form to function
• Assess your class' knowledge of bonding by quizzing students on the single, double, or triple bonds present in each molecule
  

Classroom Considerations

• Schedule time in the computer lab so each pupil can use the interactive
• Discuss the effect of unshared electron pairs on molecular geometry prior to the assignment
  

Pros

• Users can view each molecule in spacefill or ball and stick format
• Users can label each individual atom with its symbol to help with identification
  

Cons

• None