Instructional Video

Lewis Acids and Bases

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Most famous for the Lewis dot diagrams, Gilbert Lewis also defined acids and bases. A simple video lesson explains Lewis' acid-base definitions through an analysis of the dot structure. The instructor also makes comparisons to the Bronsted-Lowry definitions.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Use a graphic organizer to record the important information and new vocabulary from the video lesson
  • Flip your classroom by assigning the video as homework
Classroom Considerations
  • Assumes a prior familiarity with Lewis dot structures
Pros
  • Uses diagrams to emphasize the chemical structures of acid and bases
  • Highlights key vocabulary throughout the lesson
Cons
  • None