Journal Entry:

 Examine the structural formula of ethanol. Which is the correct ball-and-stick model for ethanol. Explain your reasoning.

Learning Intentions

• We will learn the shapes of small molecules.

• We will learn how lone pairs of electrons influence molecular shape.

• We will learn the electron domain theory and how it relates to molecular shape.

Closing Task:

You can use a model kits to build a model for ethanol.

Content Standards being covered: