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Chemistry

Change conditions and see matter respond.

Connect molecular structure, bonding, concentration, pH, and reaction conditions with interactive particle and laboratory models.

Grades 8–1212 interactive labs4 core concept groups
MoleculesBondingReactionsSolutions
Learning objectives
  • Relate molecular structure to observable properties
  • Use quantitative evidence to reason about reactions and solutions
  • Connect particle-level models with laboratory measurements
Inquiry question

Use this question to guide observations across the subject.

How does changing matter at the particle level change what we measure?
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High-opportunity learning experiences

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3D simulationVery High

Molecular Geometry 3D Explorer

Predict and inspect molecular shapes from electron groups and lone pairs.

Search topicmolecular geometry simulator 3D
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SimulationVery High

Solubility Curve Simulator

Read and manipulate solubility curves to predict saturation and crystal formation.

Search topicsolubility curve simulator
Open simulation
Complete lab collection

12 ways to practice the subject.

Use the guided foundational labs first, then move into focused simulations, games, and 3D explorers.

Lab 01 · Matter lab

Gas Law Lab

Learning outcomePredict pressure and volume changes using the ideal gas relationship.

Pressure · volume · temperature · moles

Beginner5–10 min
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Lab 02 · Kinetics lab

Reaction Rate Lab

Learning outcomeExplain how temperature and concentration influence reaction speed.

Temperature · activation energy · concentration · half-life

Intermediate7–12 min
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Lab 03 · 3D simulation

Molecular Geometry 3D Explorer

Priority
Learning outcomePredict and inspect molecular shapes from electron groups and lone pairs.

VSEPR · bond angles · lone pairs · molecular shape

SEO topicmolecular geometry simulator 3D
Intermediate7–12 minVery High
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Lab 04 · 3D game

Molecule Builder 3D

Learning outcomeBuild stable molecules by satisfying common valence and bonding patterns.

Atoms · valence · bonds · molecular models

SEO topicbuild molecules game
Beginner8–15 minHigh
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Lab 05 · Game

Chemical Bonding Challenge

Learning outcomeClassify and construct bonds from valence electrons and electronegativity differences.

Ionic · covalent · electronegativity · valence electrons

SEO topicchemical bonding game
Intermediate7–12 minHigh
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Lab 06 · Simulation

Acid–Base & pH Simulator

Learning outcomeRelate hydrogen-ion concentration to pH and acid–base strength.

pH · H⁺ · OH⁻ · strong and weak acids

SEO topicpH simulator acids bases
Intermediate7–12 minVery High
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Lab 07 · Interactive simulation

Titration Simulator

Learning outcomeDetermine an unknown concentration from titration volume and stoichiometry.

Equivalence point · indicator · concentration · neutralization

SEO topicacid base titration simulator
Advanced10–18 minVery High
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Lab 08 · 3D simulation

States of Matter 3D Lab

Learning outcomeCompare particle motion and spacing in solids, liquids, and gases.

Particles · phase change · temperature · pressure

SEO topicstates of matter particle simulator
Beginner6–10 minHigh
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Lab 09 · Simulation

Solubility Curve Simulator

Priority
Learning outcomeRead and manipulate solubility curves to predict saturation and crystal formation.

Solubility · temperature · saturation · crystallization

SEO topicsolubility curve simulator
Intermediate7–12 minVery High
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Lab 10 · Chemistry game

Limiting Reagent Challenge

Learning outcomeIdentify the limiting reactant and predict product yield from mole ratios.

Stoichiometry · mole ratios · excess reagent · yield

SEO topiclimiting reagent game
Advanced8–15 minVery High
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Lab 11 · Chemistry game

Balance the Equation

Learning outcomeBalance reaction equations while preserving the number of each atom.

Conservation of mass · coefficients · atoms · reactions

SEO topicbalancing chemical equations game
Beginner5–10 minMedium
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Lab 12 · Game

Periodic Table Element Hunt

Learning outcomeLocate elements from clues about groups, periods, and atomic properties.

Groups · periods · atomic number · element properties

SEO topicperiodic table element game
Beginner6–10 minMedium
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Study strategy

Before you launch a lab

1. PredictWrite down what you think will happen.
2. Change one thingStart with one variable so the cause is easier to see.
3. Use evidenceRefer to a value, graph, or visible change in your explanation.