Teaching is a balancing act! Keep things on an even keel with a comprehensive equilibrium lesson plan. The resource covers reversible and irreversible reactions, Le Chatelier's Principle, and the industrial applications of equilibrium chemistry. Learners engage in a host of demonstrations, experiments, and research to complete the well-rounded resource.

Concepts

chemical equilibrium, le chatelier's principle, chemical reactions, temperature, equilibrium concentrations, chemical equations, catalysts, the haber process, making observations

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the colorful demonstrations in the lesson plan to hone the class' observation skills
• Extend the lesson using the helpful video links and resources within the teacher's guide

Classroom Considerations

• Be sure to thoroughly review the safety concerns associated with several of the labs and demonstrations with pupils
• Class members should have prior knowledge of writing and balancing chemical equations

Pros

• Resource is detailed and well-written
• Clear directions guide the class through difficult subject matter
• Teacher's guide contains an assessment and answer key

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.3 RST.9-10.3 RST.11-12.3