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A Pathfinder for 8th Grade Science
Objective:
After studying general chemical and physical properties of elements on the periodic table, students will use a variety of resources to research the properties and other information of an assigned element in order to create a cube illustrating this information.
Task:
Students will research a preassigned element using the resources listed in this Pathfinder, take notes on the element in their own words, document at least three sources used, and present their research on the sides of a 10cm x 10cm x 10cm cube.
Guidelines for the Element Project
The cube should contain the following information:
Title Page – Element: Name Symbol Group/Family Period
Physical Properties
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Atomic number
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Atomic weight
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Color
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Density
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Phase at room temperature
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Melting and boiling point
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State of matter
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Malleable/non-malleable
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Metal/non-metal/metalloid
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Other qualities
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Chemical Properties
Reactivity: gain/lose electrons, valence, electron configuration, diatomic, etc.
Dangers
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Hazards
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Toxicity
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Saftey precautions
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Uses
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As an element
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In compounds
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Industry and Research
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Discovery
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When
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By whom
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Derivation of name
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Current Information
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Where it's found
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In what form
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Cost as an element
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Research
You are also required to turn in your notes. All work is to be in your own words. Use a graphic organizer to complete your research if needed. Highlighting the topics listed above and taking notes beneath each is one way to keep your notes organized. You will have two days of research in the school library. Your element cube is to be assembled at home.
Bibliography
You are required to use at least 3 resources. Follow the guidelines listed on the attached page to present your bibliography. Use the rubric
to record your information.
Resources
The following links will provide you with
resources for gathering information on your element:
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Dewey Numbers
There are a number of books on single elements in the Hereford Middle School Library, they can be found in section:
546 & REF 546
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Keywords & Phrases
Here are some key words to help you in your research: [name of your element], element, periodic table, density, melting point, boiling point, phase, dangers, uses, created, discovered, cost
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Updated December 2009
All images on this page were provided by Microsoft except the title image "Mrs. Stemler's Element Project" which was created by myself
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