Towson University
Towson University: Shapes of Molecules
This chemistry class printout details the main points of molecular geometry and explains bond hybridization and bond angles.
Davidson College
Davidson College: Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (Vsepr) Model
Explains the principles of the Valence-Shell Electron-Pair Repulsion Model, and gives examples of the geometry. Requires Java.
Wisc-Online
Wisc Online: Lewis Dot Structures of Covalent Compounds
Short slide show provides basic information about drawing Lewis dot structures for covalent compounds. Starts with anatomy of the atom, and then shows the relationship between atomic particles and the Periodic Table of Elements. Offers...
Davidson College
Davidson College: Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (Vsepr) Model
Presents examples of molecules that do not match the expected bond angles in the Valence-Shell Electron-Pair Repulsion Model. Requires Java.
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...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Electron Arrangement in Atoms
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The focus in this learning module will be on the complexity of electron arrangement in atoms.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Orbitals
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] A collection of learning opportunities about electron orbitals. Includes videos, activities, discussion questions, and quizzes.