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Unit 4: Bonding

The focus of this unit is chemical bonds, both intermolecular and intramolecular. Students also look at the bond spectrum and learn about electrostatic and electronegative forces.

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6 Segments in this Unit

Unit 4 Segment A

Segment A: Introduction to Bonding

This segment introduces the concept of chemical bonding and explores chemical changes using the ingredients found in taco sauce as a model.

In this segment, the students learn about chemical bonds, Lewis diagrams, and ionic bonds.

Segment B: Chemical Bonding

In this segment, the students learn about chemical bonds, Lewis dot diagrams, and ionic bonds.

Intramolecular bonds are discussed in this segment.

Segment C: Intramolecular Bonding

Intramolecular bonds are discussed in this segment, and the students create their own bonds using a software simulator.

The students discuss polar and non-polar bonds in this segment.

Segment D: Comparing Types of Bonds

The students discuss polar and nonpolar bonds in this segment, followed by an explanation of single, double, and triple bonds.

Inter molecular forces are the focus of this segment.

Segment E: Intermolecular Bonding

Intermolecular forces are the focus of this segment, and the students learn why hydrogen bonding makes ice float.

The students learn about melting point using sugar and salt.

Segment F: Melting Results and Molecular Modeling

The students learn about melting point using sugar and salt. Special guest Dr. Ludovice discusses molecular modeling.

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