Moles, Percent Composition, and the Empirical Formula Video

Combine Serious Academic Content with a Humorous Presentation
Adapted from the popular series developed for students to enhance their test-taking skills, this video is guaranteed to generate a reaction. The program skillfully employs elements such as clever mnemonics, high-tech computer graphics, and entertaining stories to help make chemistry more accessible. Your students will learn core concepts and build their confidence as they are guided through concise explanations and challenging problems.

Section one of this program demystifies concepts such as Avogadro’s Constant, molecular mass, and molar mass. Section two covers the Percent Composition Formula, while section three addresses the Empirical Formula and its use in determining formula weight. The calculation of mass in the conversion of magnesium to magnesium oxide concludes the program. Duration: 31 minutes.