Free · Chemistry shapes

Molecule Shape Explorer for Kids

Compare straight, bent, flat, pyramid, and tetrahedron molecule shapes.

  • Clear, kid-friendly steps
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3D molecule lab

Pick a molecule and turn it

Drag the model to turn it. Scroll or pinch to zoom in and out.

Tetrahedron

Methane

FormulaCH₄
Opening the 3D lab…
Atoms
5
Bonds
4
Shape
Tetrahedron

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Three simple steps

How to use it

  1. Pick a molecule and choose how its atoms should look.
  2. Drag to turn the model, then scroll or pinch to zoom.
  3. Pause the spin or save your favorite view as a PNG.

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