Virtual Molecular Dynamics Laboratory 2002.07.08

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Phase Transitions in Matter G&OTarget Groups:

Physical or General ScienceActive Physics (Modified Physical Science)G-H-I/A High School Chemistry

Objective: To learn the different taxonomy in going from one state of

matter to another (“Phases”)To learn that energy is absorbed or released during phases.To run simulation software to enhance visual perspective.

Models “Virtual Molecular Dynamics Laboratory”

Virtual Molecular Dynamics Laboratory 2002.07.08

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Phase Transitions in Matter A&AActivities

Class guided discussion via diagrams.Class exercises understanding visual graphsRun the different simulation software model on the

worksheetDemos & labs

AssessmentsTests: matching, fill-in, and completionExercise grading rubricLaboratory & grading SMTD module worksheet