What do molecules look like anyway? A video explores the orbitals of molecules that determine their shape, including S and p orbitals and their hybridization. It also introduces sigma and pi bonds so learners can fully grasp the concept of orbitals.  

Concepts

electrons, s waves, p waves, electron configuration, hybridization

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Discuss orbitals before watching the video in order for learners to fully grasp concepts
• Pause video and have 3-D models of orbitals available for pairs of learners to play with and shape structures shown on the video; have students then draw their models, labeling each orbital

Classroom Considerations

• Requires access to the Internet, a projection system, and a computer in order to view the resource

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Good visuals of different orbital structures, through both 2-D drawings and 3-D structures
• Resource describes and discusses hybridized orbitals as well

Cons

• The video moves quickly through complex concepts; you will need to spend more time on orbitals for learners to master their formation

Common Core

RST.11-12.4