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Introduction to Crystals (an 8-page, 1-2 class activity)
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 | Overview and Learning ObjectivesCrystals are common forms of solids characterized by the order of the molecules. In this activity students explore crystal structure. Students will be able to:
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 | AssessmentPre-Post Test: http://www.concord.org/~barbara/workbench_web/pdf/Intro_to_crystals_assess4.pdf In MW http://www.concord.org/~barbara/workbench_web/models/jnlps/IntroCrystalsassess1.jnlp Rubric http://www.concord.org/~barbara/workbench_web/pdf/Intro_to_crystals_RUBRIC4.pdf |
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 | Central ConceptsKey Concept: Crystals are ordered repetitive arrays of atoms. Additional Related ConceptsPhysics/Chemistry
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 | Benchmarks and StandardsAAAS
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 | Extensions and ConnectionsClosely connected activities in this database include molecular crystals, x-ray crystallography, and piezo electric crystals. |
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 | Activity CreditsCreated by CC Project: Molecular Workbench using Molecular Workbench |
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