Comparing the Specific Heat of Metals I
Comparing the Specific Heat of Metals II
Paramagnetism 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
Windows on the Solid State
Description: PC computer program showing the basics of solid state chemistry and crystal structures.
Source: JCE Software
Year: 2003 Vol: 80 Page: 709
Keywords: Crystal structure, Solid State, Simulation, JCE
Rating: 
Hazard: Low
- Simulation
- Electric shock hazard
Effectiveness: Average
- Good reliability
- Observable with guidance
- Mild effects are seen by audience
- Time to results is medium
- Good connection from demo to course material
Difficulty: Medium
- Some concerted or timed manipulations
- Procedures with intermediate steps to results
- Prior training recommended
Safety Precautions:
- UL approved three-prong plug and outlet
- Eye protection required
Class: Simulation, Liquids and Solids, Solid State Chemistry
Division: General, Inorganic Chemistry