CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Plix: Aspartame Molecule: Peptides
[Free Registration/Login Required] Given prior knowledge of bonding and the molecular make up of aspartame, examine the model and determine which color represents which atom. Drag the labels at the bottom to the appropriate colored atom...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Molecules
An audio podcast accompanied by a diagram of a water molecule helps the learner understand molecular structure. [0:23]
Other
Particle Adventure Dutch Version
Dutch version of the well-known "Particle Adventure" physics website that teaches students about atoms, mass, particle physics, and quantum physics. The site discusses theories related to physics and provides other links related to the...
PBS
Pbs: Scientific American Frontiers: Teaching Guide: Tasty Models (9 12)
In this hands-on lesson, young scholars use candy to construct models of nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats). Create visualizations that will aid in learning about dehydration synthesis and bond saturation in fat molecules....
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Surface Tension
Describes and explains the concept of Surface Tension. Also provides links to related topics.
Frostburg State University
General Chemistry Online: Faq the Mole Concept
This FAQ site over general chemistry concepts presents the question: "Why are moles used?" It explains what moles are and how they can be used to count molecules and how grams can be turned into moles.
Museum of Science
The Atom's Family: Mighty Molecules
In this activity, students construct models of molecules using marshmallows and gum drops.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Structural Organization of the Human Body
Try considering the structures of the body in terms of fundamental levels of organization that increase in complexity: subatomic particles, atoms, molecules, organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms and biosphere....
Bill Nye
Bill Nye: Hole Y Water
This tutorial from Bill Nye uses an experiment with water and sugar to show how matter is mostly empty space.
Other
Beautiful Chemistry: Beautiful Structures: Gas and Liquid
In Beautiful Chemistry, we talk about crystals, quasicrystals and glasses, which are all solids. Here, we see the molecular structure of gases and liquids.
Frostburg State University
General Chemistry Online: Ionic and Molecular Compounds
Provides a good outline of the concepts involved in ionic and covalent bonding, with links to definition of terms. Features a list of common molecular compounds and a chart that compares ionic and molecular compounds.
Frostburg State University
University of Frostburg: How Nonpolar Molecules Dissolve
This site from the University of Frostburg provides an explanation of the process by which nonpolar molecules dissolve in water.
Frostburg State University
General Chemistry Online: Simple Compounds Faq
Studying simple compounds in chemistry? Find answers to several commonly asked questions with topics ranging from compound classification to polyatomic ions.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: Capillary Action
Capillary is described and explained. It is related to surface tension. Examples in botany and human physiology are given.
Concord Consortium
Concord Consortium: Protein Partnering and Function
In this activity, students explore what makes a good fit for a protein.
Concord Consortium
Concord Consortium: Heat and Temperature
Learn that temperature measures average kinetic energy, and heat is the transfer of energy from hot systems to cold systems. Consider what makes a good conductor. (Requires Java)
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Is the Shape of a Molecule?
George Zaidan and Charles Morton shape our image of molecules. [3:47]
American Chemical Society
Middle School Chemistry: Changing State Condensation
Explore the process of condensation as it pertains to molecular movement in water vapor.
OpenSciEd
Open Sci Ed: Net Logo: Gas Particle Collisions Up Close
This simulation explores the relationship between particle kinetic energies during particle collisions.
OpenSciEd
Open Sci Ed: Net Logo: Gas Particle Motion and Temperature
This simulation explores the relationship between the temperature of a gas, the motion of the particles in the gas and the changes in the kinetic energies of particles during collisions.
Libre Text
Libre Text: Collision Theory
This site provides a summary of collision theory and its relation to reaction rate. It includes links to higher-level explanations.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Fifth Grade Science: Physical Science: Types of Matter
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses elements, atoms, compounds, molecules, and crystals. Looks at mixture and different types of them.
Upper Canada District School Board
Tom Stretton's Advanced Placement Chemistry: Chemical Bonding
Take on this self-guided advanced level e-text, and learn about chemical bonding and molecular structure.
Teachers TryScience
Teachers Try Science: Say Cheese
Follow these steps to create the chemical reaction required to make cheese. Good explanations and suggestions of ways to modify the experiment. Hands-on science.