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Electron location accounts for many properties of an element. A video lesson describes how to create electron dot diagrams. The instructor discusses electron shells and the number of electrons in each.
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Instructional Ideas
- Follow the video with practice writing electron dot diagrams and electron configurations
- Pause the video before the instructor completes an example to allow your class to try the problem first
Classroom Considerations
- Expects an understanding of atomic numbers and subatomic particles
Pros
- Mentions the relationship between electron configurations and the location of an element on the periodic table
- Provides several practice examples
Cons
- None