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In this paper the design and development of 3DNormalModes, an educational tool for interactive visualization and three dimensional perception of vibrational spectra data of molecules is presented. The details of the architecture of the tool and its functionality are described. Means of application in chemical education at university level are discussed. A pilot study summarizes the strengths, the educational value and the possible extensions of the system.
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Charistos, N.D., Teberekidis, V.I., Tsipis, C.A. et al. Design and Development of a Multimedia Educational Tool for Interactive Visualization and Three-Dimensional Perception of Vibrational Spectra Data of Molecules. Education and Information Technologies 8, 369–379 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1023/B:EAIT.0000008677.08249.98
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