Dissolving a Salt Crystal

This simulation allows you to witness the processes of dissolving a salt crystal in water at an atomic level (or at least the ion level). In it you'll see why water is such a good dissolver and what is meant when we say a NaCl is in the aqueous state.

Users are encouraged to open the Interactive and begin. There is no need for an activity sheet for this Interactive.

Learners and Instructors may also be interested in viewing the accompanying Notes page. Technical information, teaching suggestions, and related resources that complement this Interactive are provided on the Notes page. View Notes.