Physics ELECTRON IN THE ATOM presentation

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The discussion revolves around preparing a presentation on the role of electrons in an atom, specifically focusing on how to visually convey this concept to a high school audience. The original poster seeks assistance in developing visual aids or a concept map to effectively explain the topic within a limited timeframe.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss potential visual aids and models to represent electrons and their functions in atoms. Questions arise regarding the specific content and ideas for the presentation, as well as the original poster's understanding of the topic.

Discussion Status

The conversation is ongoing, with participants offering suggestions for models and visual aids. There is a recognition of the original poster's challenges with the subject matter, and some guidance has been provided regarding effective presentation strategies. However, no consensus has been reached on specific examples or visual aids to use.

Contextual Notes

The original poster is in 11th grade and is required to present on a specific section of a chapter about the atomic nature of matter, focusing on electrons. There is an acknowledgment of the poster's limited interest and confidence in science, which may affect their approach to the presentation.

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Yes i have to present how an electron in an atom works. I also have to present an example of how it works. IS there anything i can do up on presentation to show how an atom works? IF not an example can someone help me with a concept map? So that I may explain it to the class? ANything that is a visual aid to the class. It is a requirement. I can't quite come up with an example or a visual to show the class what i mean. PLease help if you can. Thank you.
 
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And what exactly do you have in mind??I mean what are u going to show them?

What are your ideas...?

Daniel.
 
Well i was planning on showing the class what an electron's role in an atom is by using visual aids..since i have to anyway. I'm also having trouble with this chapter as well so in the process i was wondering if you can help clarify what electrons do in an atom and a way i can show the class the whole general idea of the electrons in the atom. the presentation is only 5 minutes so i just need something i can say and show.
I don't really know all the important points to say i want to say the main points. I was wondering if you can help me show that and say that.
 
"class",are you in high school?

Daniel.
 
Yes i am. I am in 11th grade , a junior , in high school.
Science is not my best subject but a requirement and my last year of taking a science subject.English is my best and history. My skills in science and interest are not that high. But still while I am in physics i wish to learn. Chapter 17 we are doing which is " atomic nature of matter". Each student was given a certain sector in the chapter. I was given 17.8 " Electron in the atom". So obviously i have to consist of what everyone else. Is there any chance you may help me?
 
Sithlord586 said:
Yes i am. I am in 11th grade , a junior , in high school.

(Please pardon any slightly butchered English in advance...thank you. :wink: )

I would say that the best thing you could in a high school class is explain it on a level most people would understand, probably using some sort of a model. If you just show them a plain text chart, they'll probably forget, but if you present a working model of several different atoms and make it a hands-on report, I think the class will understand it better.

Also, I would suggest buildng several different models of different atoms and explain how the electrons help them interact. (That is, in essence, what electrons do.) Perhaps showing the class what role electrons play in chemical reactions would help them understand the importance of the electron in relation to the atom.
 

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