Instructional Video

Hydrolysis

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Young chemists examine the effects of salt on the pH levels of solutions with the help of this instructional video. Taking a close look at reactions between three different salts and water, students learn to predict the change in pH level based on the chemical composition of the salts.

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Add a viewing of this video to a high school chemistry unit on acids and bases
  • Create a worksheet/note-taking guide for students to complete as they watch the video
  • Flip your chemistry classroom by assigning this video as homework, performing a lab in class the following day to reinforce the content
Classroom Considerations
  • This video assumes the class is familiar with using ICE tables to calculate the equilibrium constant for chemical reactions
Pros
  • A practice problem allows students to apply their learning at the end of the video
  • Presenter writes as he speaks, helping to visually support the content being taught
Cons
  • Video is a little dry and may not capture the engagement of all students
  • The presenter's handwriting is a little sloppy, but still legible