Moles Through Everyday Objects

You can use analogies to everyday objects and there are a variety of things you can use in that way, such as pebbles and peas to illustrate moles, because they have different masses. Certainly getting them to think about that and then to be comfortable in translating that into a whole lot of different elements you might be comparing.

Link to YouTube Video: How Big is a Mole?

Topic:

  • General Chemistry
  • Stoichiometry/ Equations/ Formulae

Strategy:

  • Representations
  • Analogies and Metaphors
  • Technology
  • Online and e-Resources
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