PAT-M1 | Cross-Cutting Concepts
Macroscopic patterns are related to the nature of microscopic and atomic-level structure.
NGSS Cross-Cutting Concepts
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PAT-M1 | Cross-Cutting Concepts
Macroscopic patterns are related to the nature of microscopic and atomic-level structure.
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Electric Crystals: Exploring how crystal symmetry can power everyday life

Crystals aren't magic, but they are amazing! In this student-driven, lecture-free lesson, students will do card sorts, build hands-on models, solve engineering design puzzles, and more! The whole experience is connected through a beautifully crafted comic and supporting videos.
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Lessons: 1, 2, 3, 4
Using unit cell models, students predict what the final crystal structure might look like. Students also learn how the asymmetric atmoic structure of a crystal unit cell can give rise to properties such as the piezoelectric effect.
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4 lessons and 3 supporting media items.

Lesson 1


