SNC2D Grade 10 Chemistry Name: ____________________

Date: _____________________
Modeling Molecules Activity

1. The elements in the kit are colour-coded. Record the name and colour of each element.
C __________ H ___________ Halogen ___________ O ___________

2. Use the “atoms” and “bonds” provided to build a model of each combination of elements listed
in the table below. The molecule is complete when all the bond holes are full. Note that you can
only use ONE atom under the column called “Element 1”. However, you can use as many atoms
of “Element 2” as are needed.

3. Count the number of atoms for each element in you model. Sketch each molecule and write its
chemical formula in your chart. Each bond is represented as a line in between the symbols.

Element 1 Element 2 Sketch of Chemical Chemical Use

(use only ONE) (use more Molecule Formula Name
than one if
necessary)
H H Example: Hydrogen Fuel
H-H H2

Cl Cl Chlorine Pool
disinfectant

H Cl Hydrogen Used to make

chloride hydrochloric
acid

O H Water Drinking

C H Methane Fuel

O O Oxygen Supports
burning

C O Carbon dioxide Puts out fire

Analyze and Evaluate

a) Divide the molecules you build into two groups – elements and compounds

b) Why is the word “diatomic” used to describe the molecules of the element?

c) Compare the bonding in the diatomic molecules.

Apply and Extend

a) The chemical formulas of hydrogen peroxide, H2O2, and acetylene, C2H2 are similar. Build these
molecules, and sketch them below. How are their structures different?

b) Propane (C3H8) is a fuel that is commonly used for heating homes. Use your materials to build a
model of a propane molecule.