Instructional Video

Potential Energy (PE) Diagrams

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Can your class explain the changes in energy during a chemical reaction? Map them out with a video from JFR Science's playlist. The narrator discusses in detail how to create, manipulate, and use a potential energy diagram.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Add the video to the early portion of a reaction rates lesson to get the class comfortable with the terminology
  • Have learners create a sample diagram from the video for their notes
Classroom Considerations
  • Viewers should have an understanding of exothermic reactions, reversible reactions, and energy concepts
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • The resource maps reaction diagrams, giving pupils added insight into their components
  • Explanations for key terms are clear and concise
Cons
  • None
Common Core