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Quantum mechanics made the traditional model of the atom obsolete. The episode of the Veritasium playlist explains the location and behavior of an electron in an atom. Scholars learn the different shapes of orbitals electrons occupy.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils sketch examples of the different orbital shapes
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- Expects a basic understanding of subatomic particles
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Pros
- Narrator incorporates humor to add interest
- Gives several visual examples
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