Classroom Resources: Molecules & Bonding

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  • Mole Concept, Dimensional Analysis, Measurements, Molar Mass | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lab: It's Mole Time! Mark as Favorite (140 Favorites)

    In this lab, students determine the number of moles of chalk used to write their name, the moles of sucrose ingested while chewing gum, and the moles of alcohol evaporated when using hand sanitizer.

  • Polymers, Polymers, Chemical Change, Chemical Bond | Middle School, High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Demonstration: Turn Milk into Plastic Mark as Favorite (14 Favorites)

    In this demonstration, students will observe the process of making a polymer, casein plastic, from the casein protein found in milk.

  • Naming Compounds, Observations | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Activity: Ionic Compound Identification Mark as Favorite (20 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will practice naming and writing formulas of ionic compounds by looking at examples.

  • Molecular Formula, Ionic Bonding, Covalent Bonding, Molecular Geometry, Naming Compounds, Lewis Structures, Periodic Table, Valence Electrons, Lewis Dot Diagrams, Ions, Subatomic Particles | High School, Middle School

    Activity: Simulation Activity: Ionic and Covalent Bonding Mark as Favorite (110 Favorites)

    In this simulation, students investigate both ionic and covalent bonding. Students will have the opportunity to interact with many possible combinations of atoms and will be tasked with determining the type of bond and the number of atom needed to form each. The simulation visually differentiates between the transferring of electrons when forming an ionic compound and the sharing of electrons when forming a covalent compound so that students can have a complete understanding of each. Finally, students will become familiar with the molecular formula, as well as the naming system for each type of bond and geometric shape, when applicable.

  • Polymers, Intermolecular Forces, Molecular Structure, Physical Properties | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lesson Plan: The Right Polymer for the Job Mark as Favorite (17 Favorites)

    In this lesson students are introduced to polymeric materials by exploring polymers (mostly plastics) used in automobiles. Students will learn about the features that all polymeric materials have in common and the features that distinguish one polymer from another on the molecular level. Students will learn how the molecular differences translate into property differences. The selection of a polymer with the right properties for any particular application is of critical importance in an automobile.

  • Polymers, Molecular Structure, Molecular Structure , Monomer, Chemical Bond, Chemical Change, Polymers, Monomer | Middle School

    Lesson Plan: The Power of Polymers Mark as Favorite (7 Favorites)

    In this lesson students will use lab activities and discussion to explore polymers and their use in 3D printing, with an emphasis on the benefits of 3D printing in automotive manufacturing.

  • Intermolecular Forces | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lesson Plan: Intermolecular Forces Review Mark as Favorite (23 Favorites)

    In this lesson plan, students will review concepts of intermolecular forces.

  • Intermolecular Forces, Physical Change, Intermolecular Forces, Polarity | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Activity: Intermolecular Forces Activity Mark as Favorite (16 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will represent molecules and energy to investigate the different types of intermolecular forces.

  • Molecular Motion, Molecular Motion | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Activity: The Molecule Dance Mark as Favorite (10 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will explain bond and molecular movements by mimicking molecular motion with their own movements.

  • Intermolecular Forces, Intermolecular Forces, Polarity, Molecular Motion, Molecular Motion, Physical Properties | High School

    Activity: Simulation Activity: Comparing Attractive Forces Mark as Favorite (111 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will use a simulation to investigate different types of intermolecular forces (London dispersion, induced dipole, and hydrogen bonding). In the analysis that follows the activity, they will relate IMFs (also including dipole-dipole) to physical properties (boiling point, solubility, and vapor pressure). This activity and simulation are appropriate for students in any level chemistry course.

  • Intermolecular Forces, Physical Properties, Melting Point, Boiling Point | High School, Middle School

    Activity: Simulation Activity: Exploring Intermolecular Forces with Odyssey Mark as Favorite (4 Favorites)

    In this simulation, students will learn about the different intermolecular forces. They will use the simulation to see how molecules in various species interact with one another.

  • Physical Properties, Intermolecular Forces, Identifying an Unknown, Experimental Design, Scientific Method, Error Analysis, Graphing, Molecular Structure | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lesson Plan: The Importance of Motor Oil Viscosity in Optimal Car Functioning Mark as Favorite (13 Favorites)

    In this lesson students will determine how temperature affects viscosity and relate the data to the structure of motor oil and the optimal functioning of a car.

  • Molecular Structure, Interdisciplinary, Scientific Method | Middle School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lesson Plan: The Effect of Different Foods on Mealworms Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

    In this lesson, students will look at the chemistry of the molecules of carbohydrates, fats, and lipids, and they will use this information to determine a diet for their mealworm and will collect information about the mealworm to test a hypothesis.

  • Photosynthesis, Conservation of Mass, Balancing Equations, Chemical Change, Reversible Reactions, Molecular Formula, Interdisciplinary, Chemical Change, Conservation of Mass | Middle School

    Lesson Plan: The Building Blocks of Photosynthesis Mark as Favorite (2 Favorites)

    In this lesson, students will use colored blocks to represent the elements in photosynthesis and illustrate how they are broken down and reassembled to create glucose.

  • Limiting Reactant, Stoichiometry, Balancing Equations, Mole Concept, Dimensional Analysis, Molar Mass | High School

    Activity: Sweet Stoichiometry Reactions Mark as Favorite (58 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will use candy to investigate stoichiometry and mole-gram relationships in chemical equations, but could also be used to introduce the concept of limiting reactants.

  • Isomers, Intermolecular Forces, Molecular Geometry, Molecular Structure, Intermolecular Forces, Boiling Point, Melting Point, Phase Changes, Isomers, Molecular Structure , Distillation, Separating Mixtures, Physical Properties | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lesson Plan: Structural Isomers Mark as Favorite (16 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will use models to explore structural isomers, and create explanations for the impact of structure on intermolecular forces (London dispersion) and physical properties (boiling point).

  • Conductivity, Covalent Bonding, Ionic Bonding | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lab: Strong and Weak Electrolytes Mark as Favorite (16 Favorites)

    In this lab, students will analyze the conductivity of several common household solutions using a light emitting conductivity diode tester to determine if the solution is a strong or weak electrolyte. Students will interpret the brightness of the lightbulb to determine the strength of the electrolyte. Students will also have an opportunity to consider the connection between conductivity and bond type during this lab.

  • Molecular Formula, Empirical Formula, History, Interdisciplinary | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Activity: Herbal Remedies Mark as Favorite (39 Favorites)

    In this activity, students learn how the modern atomic theory evolved. They further their understanding of empirical and molecular formulas through research and a presentation of an herbal remedy.

  • Intermolecular Forces, Boiling Point, Heat of Vaporization , Molar Mass, Polarity, Intermolecular Forces | High School

    Lab: Heat of Vaporization Mark as Favorite (8 Favorites)

    In this lab, students test whether a substance’s heat of vaporization is determined by its molar mass, the strength of its intermolecular forces, or both.

  • Solute & Solvent, Chemical Change, Solubility, Chemical Bond | Middle School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lab: A Sticky Situation Mark as Favorite (4 Favorites)

    In this lab, students will try to separate plastic spoons that have been attached together with different adhesive materials using a variety of solvents.

  • Polymers, Physical Properties, Molecular Structure, Experimental Design, Scientific Method, History, Interdisciplinary | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lesson Plan: Give Your Car Some Bounce Mark as Favorite (3 Favorites)

    In this lesson students will learn about polymerization, specifically as it pertains to rubber tires and other materials in a vehicle. Students will take on the role of an engineer, and will investigate physical properties of different polymers and/or elastomers to determine the best material to use for an assigned product.

  • Solubility, Intermolecular Forces, Intermolecular Forces, Mixtures, Intramolecular Forces, Polarity, Observations, Physical Properties, Chemical Properties, Identifying an Unknown, Mixtures | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lab: Solubility & Compound Type Mark as Favorite (38 Favorites)

    In this lesson, students determine whether unknown substances are polar, nonpolar, or ionic by testing their solubilities.

  • VSEPR Theory, Molecular Geometry, Resonance, Covalent Bonding | High School

    Activity: Shapes of Molecules Mark as Favorite (74 Favorites)

    In this activity, students will investigate the VSEPR geometry of covalent compounds. They will draw Lewis structures, use molecular models, and determine the geometry of covalent compounds. There is a lot of repetition so students gain a lot of practice.

  • Intermolecular Forces, Mixtures, Intermolecular Forces, Colligative Properties, Freezing Point Depression, Solubility, Polarity, Phase Changes, Freezing Point, Density, Mixtures, Physical Properties | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lesson Plan: Fuel Line Antifreeze Mark as Favorite (11 Favorites)

    In this lesson students will explore the role of a gasoline additive, fuel line antifreeze (generally methanol or 2‑propanol), in reducing the potential of water to block fuel lines in freezing weather. Students will prepare test tube models of water-contaminated fuel tanks and explore the effect of adding different types of fuel line antifreeze. This lesson can be used to bolster concepts about miscibility, density, intermolecular forces, phase changes (freezing), and colligative properties (freezing point depression).

  • Distillation, Intermolecular Forces, Separating Mixtures, Observations, Physical Properties, Polarity, Cracking, Intermolecular Forces, Boiling Point, Balancing Equations | High School

    Access is an AACT member benefit. Lesson Plan: Fractional Distillation of Crude Oil Mark as Favorite (23 Favorites)

    In this lesson, students will be introduced to simple distillation while expanding their knowledge of intermolecular forces. Once a simple distillation has been accomplished in the lab, students will then research the various products of fractional distillation of crude oil and report on one of those products.

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