In this interactive activity, learners explore factors that cause atoms to form (or break) bonds with each other. The first simulation depicts a box containing 12 identical atoms. Using a slider to add heat, students can see the influence of temperature on formation of diatomic bonds. Simulations #2 and #3 introduce learners to reactions involving two types of atoms. Which atom forms a diatomic molecule more easily, and why? The activity concludes as students explore paired atoms (molecules). In this simulation they compare the amount of energy needed to break the molecular bonds to the energy needed to form the bonds. This item is part of the Concord Consortium, a nonprofit research and development organization dedicated to transforming education through technology.
- Subject:
- Applied Science
- Chemistry
- Physical Science
- Physics
- Technology
- Material Type:
- Lesson
- Provider:
- Concord Consortium
- Provider Set:
- Concord Consortium Collection
- Author:
- National Science Foundation
- The Concord Consortium
- Date Added:
- 05/16/2011