Curated OER
Chemistry 130
In this chemical compounds worksheet, students calculate moles, molar concentration, and volume of given compounds. Students balance equations, give the formula and charge of polyatomic ions, and draw Lewis electron dot structures. This...
Curated OER
Ionic Bonding
In this ionic bonding worksheet, students observe diagrams about ionic bonds and crystal formation. They answer 37 short answer questions about the properties of monatomic ions, polytomic ions and write correct formulas.
Curated OER
Naming Compounds
In this compounds worksheet, students compare ionic, covalent, and polyatomic compounds and give examples of each type. This worksheet has 1 matching, 3 problem solving, and 4 short answer questions.
Curated OER
Ions and Ionic Compounds
In this ions worksheet, students use a charge chart in a textbook to determine the charges of different types of compounds. This worksheet has 24 fill in the blank questions.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Ionic Compounds
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In the following online tutorial students will name ionic compounds containing main group or transition metals, covalent compounds, acids, and bases, using...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Molecular Compounds
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In the following online tutorial students will name ionic compounds containing main group or transition metals, covalent compounds, acids, and bases, using...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Ionic Compounds
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students investigate ionic compounds, and learn how to write chemical formulas for them.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Lewis Electron Dot Structures
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The following online tutorial describes how a covalent bond forms, including the energy change involved in the process.Students will be asked to use the octet rule...
Chiral Publishing
Chiral Publishing: An Introduction to Chemistry: Oxyanions
Naming polyatomic ions made easy with the help of this site. See how to name them when oxygen is a part of the compound, and learn how some common polyatomic ions received their names.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Marshmallow Models
This chemistry lesson will test young scholars' understanding of VESPR structures. They will use marshmallows and redhots to investigate molecules, acids, and polyatomic ions.
Other
Washington University: Polyatomic Ions
This page from the Department of Chemistry at Washington University provides attractive Lewis dot diagrams and three-dimensional models for many of the common polyatomic ions. The images will make your visit worthwhile.
Other
Fernbank: Naming Chemical Compounds
Learn how to name chemical compounds. Scientist world over use a standard method for naming chemical compounds based on an international standard that makes working with chemicals not only precise but safe as well. Includes quiz.
Quia
Quia: Capitalization of Proper Nouns and Adjectives
A nice online quiz on polyatomic ions. The "joke" answers are a bit distracting, but the page is useful.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Polyatomic Ions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers structures of polyatomic ions and polyatomic ion nomenclature.
University of Waterloo (Canada)
University of Waterloo: Ionic Compounds
Discussion of ionic compounds includes monatomic and polyatomic ions, lattice energy calculations, and practice questions.
Chem Tutor
Chem Tutor: Bonds in General
A summary of bonding terms and the importance of electrons in bonding.
Chem Tutor
Chem Tutor: Radicals or Polyatomic Ions
This site includes a list of the names, formulas, and charges of some common polyatomic ions.
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.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Rolling, Rolling, Rolling
This activity allows learners to review their knowledge of monatomic and polyatomic ions. After rolling the ion dice, the students will write the correct chemical formula and name for the compound "rolled".This lesson plan was created as...
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Nearpod: Naming Ionic Compounds
In this activity on exploring naming ionic compounds, students will explore how to name these compounds by learning key vocabulary terms.
Other
Fernbank: Review of Ionic Charges
At this site from Fernbank you can become a pro by practicing them with this review game.
Quia
Quia: Polyatomic Ions
This is a great way to learn your polyatomic ions! Games include; concentration, matching, flash cards, and word search. A link to a reference sheet, on polyatomic ions, is provided.