The idea of electrostatic attraction is central to the model of the atom and chemical bonding.In this topic taking an electrostatic approach to teaching chemical bonding is discussed.
After working throguh this topic, you will be able to:
- understand what is meant by electrostatic attraction;
- know how to introduce students to chemical bonding;
- help students make links between subjects and apply their ideas; and
- access a range of resources to support the learning and teaching of the ideas covered.