Atom Simulator: Kids Create Compounds & Play

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The discussion centers on the search for an interactive atom simulator suitable for children, emphasizing the need for a tool that allows for real-time manipulation of atoms to create compounds. Molecular Workbench is recommended as the ideal solution, providing a virtual lab environment for creating molecular dynamics models. This software integrates with a word processor, enabling users to share their simulations easily. The official website for Molecular Workbench is http://mw.concord.org/modeler/.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of molecular dynamics concepts
  • Familiarity with interactive simulation software
  • Basic knowledge of chemical compounds and reactions
  • Experience with web-based document sharing
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the features of Molecular Workbench in detail
  • Research molecular dynamics modeling techniques
  • Learn about interactive educational tools for chemistry
  • Investigate the integration of simulations in web-based documents
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This discussion is beneficial for educators, parents, and developers interested in interactive learning tools for teaching chemistry concepts to children.

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Are there any good atom simulators where kids can bash some atoms around on screen using all the measured real world numbers, so bringing reactive elements together would create compounds but something that wasn't staged or pre-animated. something with more of a constructive 'do-anything' on the atom scale game?

Best Regards, Martin Owens
 
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The Molecular Workbench software

I think the Molecular Workbench may be what you are looking for. The software provides a virtual lab environment in which you can create molecular dynamics models and run them immediately. The whole simulation environment is embedded in a word processor that allows you to create web-page-like documents and share with other people.

Check it out at the direct web site: http://mw.concord.org/modeler/
 

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