18
Nov
2007
Point groups and character tables
In-Class Activity
Submitted by Joanne Stewart, Hope CollegeDescription:
Students practice assignment of symmetry elements and point groups, practice developing a character table, and learn about the link between orbitals and irreducible representations.
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Learning Goals:
Students will be able to sketch and label the symmetry elements for a simple molecule.
Students will be able to use a flow chart to assign the point group of a molecule.
Equipment needs:
None.
Implementation Notes:
Instead of collecting the handouts, you can ask the groups to "report out" their results to the rest of the class by writing their answers on the board and explaining them. This adds about another 15 minutes to the activity.
Time Required:
30 minutes