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In this interactive activity for grades 8-12, learners build computer models of atoms by adding or removing electrons, protons, and neutrons. It presents the orbital model of an atom: a nucleus consisting of protons and neutrons with electrons surrounding it in regions of high probability called orbitals. Guided tasks are provided, such as constructing a lithium atom and a carbon-12 atom in the fewest possible steps. The activity concludes with a model for building a charged hydrogen atom (an ion). Within each task, students take snapshots of their work product and answer probative questions.
This item is part of the Concord Consortium, a nonprofit research and development organization dedicated to transforming education through technology. The Concord Consortium develops deeply digital learning innovations for science, mathematics, and engineering. Please note that this resource requires Java. Editor's Note: Modeling phenomena at the atomic/molecular level gives students a firmer understanding of why atoms form bonds in predictable ways: by transferring or sharing electrons. Electron configuration determines how atoms interact. This concept is essential, yet very difficult to visualize from a textbook or illustration alone. Recommended for use in introductory physics courses, but may be adapted for gifted/talented students in grades 8-10. Registered users have access to an assortment of added features, including data saving, editing/customization, and supplemental materials.
AAAS Benchmark Alignments (2008 Version)4. The Physical Setting
4D. The Structure of Matter
4E. Energy Transformations
4G. Forces of Nature
11. Common Themes
11B. Models
This resource is part of 3 Physics Front Topical Units.
Topic: Particles and Interactions and the Standard Model
Unit Title: The Standard Model Modeling phenomena at the atomic level gives students a firmer understanding of why atoms form bonds in predictable ways: by transferring or sharing electrons. This interactive model presents the Standard Model of an atom -- a nucleus consisting of protons & neutrons, with electrons surrounding it in regions of high probability called orbitals. Kids will have fun as they explore electron configuration. Link to Unit:
Topic: Particles and Interactions and the Standard Model
Unit Title: Molecular Structures and Bonding Modeling phenomena at the atomic level gives students a firmer understanding of why atoms form bonds in predictable ways: by transferring or sharing electrons. This interactive model presents the Standard Model of an atom -- a nucleus consisting of protons & neutrons, with electrons surrounding it in regions of high probability called orbitals. Kids will have fun as they explore electron configuration. Link to Unit:
Topic: Particles and Interactions and the Standard Model
Unit Title: Molecular Structures and Bonding Modeling phenomena at the atomic level gives students a firmer understanding of why atoms form bonds in predictable ways: by transferring or sharing electrons. This interactive model presents the Standard Model of an atom -- a nucleus consisting of protons & neutrons, with electrons surrounding it in regions of high probability called orbitals. Kids will have fun as they explore electron configuration. Link to Unit:
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