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Double Wells and Covalent Bonds

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Quantum tunneling plays an important role in nuclear fusion, the energy source of the sun. This simulation explores tunneling, double wells, and covalent bonds by allowing individuals to manipulate potential and total energy to learn about energy splitting. You can also show the probability density and wave functions of the system.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Project the simulation, modeling how to use it and then allow pairs to explore
Classroom Considerations
  • When teachers register for free, they gain access to teacher tips and other created lessons
  • Definitely best fit for advanced chemistry high school learners or above as this is quantum chemistry
Pros
  • Has a help button which shows how the simulation can be manipulated
  • You can show the simulation in a number of different languages
Cons
  • None
Common Core