Comparing the Specific Heat of Metals I
Comparing the Specific Heat of Metals II
Paramagentism of Transition Metal Salts
Computer NaCl Crystal Cleavage
Octahedral, Hexagonal. and Tetrahedral Shapes
Thermoluminescent Sodium Chloride
Jars of Sand Representing Electron Flow in a Band
Temperature Dependence on Resistance
Thermal Conductivity of Metals
Glycerine Tube Representing Hole Energies
Counting Photons Using a Solar Cell
Effect of Pressure on the Melting Point of Ice
Fixed Ball and Stick Crystal Models
Computer NaCl Crystal Cleavage
Description: NaCl crystals are cleaved using a PC computer program to show they break off corresponding to their crystal structure.
Source: JCE Software
Year: 1999 Vol: 76 Page: 1311
Keywords: NaCl crystals, Crystal structure, Computer
Rating: 
Hazard: Low
- Electric shock hazard
- Model or simulation
Effectiveness: Average
- Results are observable with guidance
- Mild effects are seen by audience
- Good reliability
- Time to results is medium
Difficulty: Medium
- Some intermediate steps to results
- Demos in which a display is used
- Prior practice recommended
Safety Precautions:
- Use of UL approved three-prong plug and outlet
- Eye protection required
Class: Simulation, Bonding, Solid State Chemistry
Division: General, Solid State Chemistry