Do you need a fast and thorough way to instruct your class members on how to determine the percent composition of a compound? Then this short resource will be a wonderful addition to your existing instructional methods. The video contains a thorough explanation of percent composition which it compares to the total molar mass of the compound in question.    

Concepts

chemical compounds, problem solving techniques, time management

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

For a more streamlined lesson, ensure the class members already have a basic knowledge of the concept before showing the video

Classroom Considerations

• Follow the video with additional problems to ensure all pupils understand the concept
• The first in a series of three related videos

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Allows time to demonstrate additional problems
• Steps are well laid out and will be easy for the majority of pupils to follow

Cons

• Will require several demonstrations after viewing to fully understand
• The narrator's monotone may not capture the attention of some pupils