3D printing has allowed chemistry educators to create a wide array of novel models but the technology is still inherently slow making in-class implementation difficult. An alternative to desktop 3D printers is 3D printer pens, which are quicker to operate as well as less expensive. Despite these advantages, freeform drawing with 3D printer pens is difficult and they are primarily used for artistic purposes. By using a series of modular templates, high school students were able to create a wide variety of molecular models with accurate bond angles and geometry. The students were able to quickly learn the basics using the 3D printer pens and draw several structures in the span of an hour.<br/>

Drawing chemical models with 3D printer pens

2019 Spring National Meeting

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