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Watch a short and informative video to learn how to distinguish between empirical and molecular formulas. The video also provides some examples of empirical and molecular formulas for hydrocarbons.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video as an intervention tool with learners struggling to distinguish between empirical and molecular formulas
Classroom Considerations
- Learners need to be familiar with how a mass spectrum gives ratios of elements in a molecule
- Be sure to watch the associated videos on phosphorous dioxide
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Phosphorous dioxide demo will surely amaze viewers
Cons
- Video does not provide examples of how to work through an empirical and molecular formula problem