Connecting Key Concepts with Student Experience: Introducing Small-Molecule Crystallography to Chemistry Undergraduates Using a Flexible Laboratory Module

2018/10/03 by Shao‐Liang Zheng, Michael G. Campbell · 1 voice · 1 citation
Chemistry · Environmental Science · #Chemistry and Chemical Engineering #History and advancements in chemistry #Various Chemistry Research Topics

paper · doi:10.1021/acs.jchemed.7b00985

openalex publication_date 2018/10/03 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2025/11/06

Abstract

A strategy for incorporating crystallography laboratory practice into various experimental chemistry courses for undergraduates is described. The flexible approach that relates key concepts to hands-on activities allows students to draw an immediate connection between crystallography theory and their own lab experiences, leading to a deeper understanding of crystallography content and making their brief laboratory visit a memorable experience.

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Discussions

• We summarized our approach in doi.org/10.1021/acs.... @pubs.acs.org 😀 Any supportive crystallographic facility can offer this experience to #undergrad or #K12 students annually. Faculty can also reac [bsky, 1 points, 0 comments]

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