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Ready to take molecules out of the two dimensional world and into 3-D? Chemistry scholars explore molecular geometry through a well-written video from the JFR Science series. Topics include the effects of bonding and non-bonding electrons, families of molecular shapes, and variances.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the resource to introduce molecular geometry to your chemistry class
- Follow up the video by having learners make their own models with a fun interactive
Classroom Considerations
- Pupils should be familiar with bonding, valence electrons, and lone pair electrons before using the video
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- The narrator adds humor throughout the video by poking fun at his balloon molecule shapes
- Explanations are thorough and grade-appropriate
Cons
- None