Electron Counter

 

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A quick, engaging refresher for calculating the charge of an atom represented as qnet. The player matches a target value by adding or subtracting electrons from a spinning atom. Play is scaffolded with an example first, then students are given 6 trials. They explore summing negative charges (electrons) and positive charges (protons), with real-time feedback.

 

Disclaimer:

This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No1020367. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.

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Features + Learning Goals
Students will learn:
  • ·    The qnet of a single atom
  • ·    Protons are positive
  • ·    Electrons are negative
  • ·    The effects of adding and deleting multiple electrons
  • ·    The sum of the electrons and protons results in the charge of a single atom
Tests + Teacher Guides

Lightning Lab - Teacher Guide

System Requirements

PC:

1GHz or better processor
1GB or more RAM
DirectX9 compatible or better Graphics Card

 

Mac:

OSX 10.6 or Later
Boot Camp Support Software 5.01 or Later

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