Quick Answer: Molymod Vibrating Atoms Model shows how the atoms in a solid such as a crystal are held together by spring-like forces, using white ball atoms in a 3 x 3 x 3 lattice joined by 54 springs; it measures 185 x 185 x 185 mm.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
White ball atoms arranged in a 3 x 3 x 3 lattice
54 springs connect the atoms
Dimensions: 185 x 185 x 185 mm
Atoms vibrate independently when shaken but keep their formation, as in a solid
Suited to demonstration, as the springs can be bent or misplaced easily
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Lattice
3 x 3 x 3
Springs
54
Atoms
white balls
Dimensions
185 x 185 x 185 mm
About This Product
Held at arm's length, ideally on a firm board, and shaken lightly, the atoms vibrate and move independently on their springs yet stay in the same formation, just as atoms do in a solid. Since the springs can be bent or misplaced easily, this Molecular Model is suited to teacher demonstration rather than handling by every student.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How is the Molymod Vibrating Atoms Model used? Hold it at arm's length, ideally on a firm board, and shake it lightly; the atoms vibrate independently but keep their formation, as in a solid.
Q2. What does the model demonstrate? How the atoms making up a solid, such as a crystal, are held together by spring-like forces.
