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3D Molecular Symmetry Shockwave: A Web Application for Interactive Visualization and Three-Dimensional Perception of Molecular Symmetry
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One of the ongoing challenges in teaching chemistry is helping students explore various structural features of molecules. It can be difficult for students to visualize the three-dimensional shape of a molecule from a two-dimensional printed image. Using a molecular modelling kit in the classroom helps, but such models can be difficult for students to see when demonstrated by an instructor. These difficulties are more pronounced in teaching symmetry, especially recognition of various symmetry elements within a molecule and conceptualization of the symmetry operations.
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First-Year Undergraduate / GeneralKeywords (Domain):
ChemoinformaticsKeywords (Feature):
JCE WebWare: Web-Based Learning AidsKeywords (Pedagogy):
Computer-Based LearningKeywords (Subject):
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- Received: August 03, 2009
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