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Complex Ion Shapes

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This Complex Ion Shapes interactive also includes:

Things are really shaping up! Provide young chemists with polyatomic ion practice using an interesting interactive. Individuals complete puzzles focused on molecular geometry and complex ions.

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Concepts
molecular geometry, molecular compounds, 3-d, ions, polyatomic ions, deductive reasoning, logical reasoning, coordination
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Additional Tags
science
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Instructional Ideas
  • Break out the 3-D modeling kits to bring the ions in the resource alive
  • Create friendly competition around the interactive by rewarding the best completion times
Classroom Considerations
  • Make sure the class is familiar with complex ions and molecular geometry before beginning the activity
Pros
  • Time limits create a sense of urgency in completing the tasks
  • The teacher's guide includes printables, an answer key, and helpful resources
Cons
  • None
NGSS
MS-PS1-1