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Chemistry Lesson: Determining Formula from Composition Data

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Searching for a quick and thorough video segment to enhance your chemistry classroom? A step-by-step process determines the empirical and molecular formula of chemical compounds. A periodic table is required to properly integrate this lesson into existing curriculum.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Assign the video for homework before a class discussion
Classroom Considerations
  • Ensure periodic table is available for each pupil in the classroom
  • Ensure adequate time is available upon viewing this segment to complete additional problems as needed
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Segment is well articulated and assumes a beginner's approach to determining formulas
  • Segment is under 20 minutes and provides time for additional examples as needed
Cons
  • None