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Molecules and Extended Structures

In this lesson from our Bring Science Alive! Matter program, students observe images for various materials and use an investigation to explore chemical bonds.

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Molecules and Extended Structures

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Molecules and Extended Structures — Investigations

Investigations

Students are presented with images of various objects and challenged to identify different types of matter. Then they use a Molecular Modeling Set to create and examine models of molecules.

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Molecules and Extended Structures — Reference Text

Reference Text

Read expository text in print and online to build understanding of types of matter, molecular models, and how molecules are represented.

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Molecules and Extended Structures — Key Science Concept

Key Science Concept

Explore a video activity where students check their understanding of modeling molecules and extended structures.

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About Bring Science Alive! Middle School Program: Matter

TCI classrooms are active, fun, and immersive spaces where students confidently question and explore the world as scientists do. With our Bring Science Alive! Matter program, students apply the concepts of conservation of matter and energy transfer to model atoms, molecules, and particle motion, and they explore engineering solutions involving chemical reactions. With this program, you get:

  • Meaningful Activities

  • Classroom-Friendly Technology

  • Ongoing Teacher and District Support

  • High-Quality, Standards-Aligned Curriculum

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