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Visualizing Symmetry: A Resource for Chemical Education with VMD and SYVA Programs
Symmetry, a common occurrence in nature, holds significant importance in the realm of chemistry education. However, students often struggle to visualize the symmetry elements of three-dimensional molecules and identify point groups using traditional textbooks. In order to address this challenge, we integrated SYVA into VMD for accurate determination of molecular point groups. Additionally, we have organized molecular point group materials to serve as an educational resource. The resource currently includes hundreds of unique molecules, with continuous expansion, to effectively demonstrate various symmetry elements within molecules and aid in determining point groups. Expanding on this resource, we have designed an educational activity focused on molecular symmetry. According to student feedback, utilizing VMD to showcase molecular point group files and visually represent molecular symmetry elements is beneficial for students in comprehending related concepts. This resource can serve as a valuable tool for teaching symmetry, offering interactivity, visual appeal, and offline accessibility, allowing for flexible use across different times and locations.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Chemical Education is the official journal of the Division of Chemical Education of the American Chemical Society, co-published with the American Chemical Society Publications Division. Launched in 1924, the Journal of Chemical Education is the world’s premier chemical education journal. The Journal publishes peer-reviewed articles and related information as a resource to those in the field of chemical education and to those institutions that serve them. JCE typically addresses chemical content, activities, laboratory experiments, instructional methods, and pedagogies. The Journal serves as a means of communication among people across the world who are interested in the teaching and learning of chemistry. This includes instructors of chemistry from middle school through graduate school, professional staff who support these teaching activities, as well as some scientists in commerce, industry, and government.