Twisted Science: Drawing Models of Atoms

In this class learners will study atoms and their makeup by drawing models. Each week we will draw models of atoms of different elements. We will study and draw three specific models of atoms: the Bohr energy level model, the Lewis Structure, and the electron cloud/orbital model. Learners will also practice drawing atomic models of compounds made of the week's atoms. Please note that while some elements are taught during multiple weeks the compounds containing those elements will have different constructions.

Most of the class will be spent drawing models of different atoms, but learners will also listen to me explain the locations of protons, neutrons, and electrons, and discuss reasons why electrons act certain ways.

Compounds Will Include the Following:
~ Beryllium and Fluorine (Sept. 25-Oct. 1)
~ Carbon and Oxygen (Oct. 2-8)
~ Magnesium and Sulfur (Oct. 16-22)
~ Hydrogen and Chlorine (Oct. 23-29)
~ Titanium and Boron (Oct. 30-Nov. 5)
~ Arsenic and Fluorine (Nov. 6-12)
~ Nitrogen and Oxygen (Nov. 13-19)
NO CLASS WEEK OF NOV. 20-26
~ Carbon and Chlorine (Nov. 27-Dec. 3)
~ Iron and Phosphorus (Dec. 4-10)
~ Uranium and Boron (Dec. 11-17)
~ Titanium and Oxygen (Jan. 1-7)
~ Nickel and Sulfur (Jan 8-14)
~ Copper and Silicon (Jan. 15-21)
~ Lead and Phosphorous (Jan. 22-28)
~ Mercury and Chlorine (Jan. 29-Feb. 4)
~ Beryllium and Nitrogen (Feb. 5-11)
~ Boron and Sulfur (Feb. 12-18)
~ Potassium and Iodine (Feb. 19-25)
~ Iron and Oxygen (Feb. 26-Mar. 4)
~ Calcium and Phosphorous (Mar. 5-11)