VSEPR for AP Chem and Molecular Geometry
Mastering VSEPR Shapes: Key Concepts for AP Chem In the month of October, many teachers often find themselves tackling Unit 2.7 of their course materials in AP Chemistry. This unit, which focuses on 'VSEPR' (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion) theory and 'Bond...
Acid Base Titration Manipulative
This user-friendly Google Slides tool is designed for both independent exploration and classroom instruction. Beginning with hands-on simulations, students will gain the skills to identify major species in strong acid/strong base titrations without the need for...
Chemistry Labs for AP Chemistry Course
Explore the AP Chemistry Lab Manual The AP Chemistry Lab Manual, provided by the College Board, serves as an invaluable resource for both educators and students participating in the AP Chemistry program....
AP chemistry pacing guide – how to create one!
The Importance of an effective AP chemistry pacing guide. Recently, I've noticed a shift among AP chemistry teachers – more and more educators are opting to align their course content with the sequence recommended by the College Board for AP Chemistry. For some...
AP chemistry Summer Prep Course
The age-old question for teachers who want to prepare their students for the upcoming school year by providing summer work is: How can I ensure that my students complete this work? The simple answer is – you can’t. However, teachers continue to ask this question...
The Scientific Method
Nature of Science - Part 1 Nature of Science - Part 2 In the realm of education, few subjects hold as much significance as the Scientific Method and Scientific Process. These foundational principles are not just elements of a curriculum; they are the cornerstones of...
Chemistry Resources for New AP Chemistry Teachers
Chemistry Teaching Resources: Empowering AP Chemistry Students and Teachers for Success Empower your students and yourself with Viziscience AP® Chemistry teaching resources! In the dynamic world of chemistry education, AP Chemistry teachers face a complex tapestry of...
What is mol rxn? Units in thermochemistry calculations.
What is the thermochemistry unit “mol-rxn”? The “mol-rxn” unit is especially confusing because in most reactions, the stoichiometry of each reactant and product differs. There is simply no such thing as a reaction mole unless we refer to a mole of reactions, i.e., 6.022E23 reactions occurring in concert, which we are certainly not.
How can you determine the number of neutrons in an atom?
How do we determine the number of neutrons in a given atom? First, let’s define some terms that you’ll need to be familiar with. The atomic number of an atom is the number of protons in the nucleus of that atom. The mass number (also called the nucleon number) of an...
Burning Money Experiment
Burning money experiment for chemistry This discrepant event is short but can be made into a lot of fun with a little theater: Find the largest dollar bill amount in the classroom. I like to ask the class who the “big shot” is in the class and then proceed to ask...
