Get in the Element
Science 10 Element Investigation
DUE DATE: TUESDAY, OCT 8th, 2019
There are many elements in the periodic table. Each element has unique characteristics and with
other elements, creates different compounds and molecules. In this project, you will be
investigating an element and presenting it in front of peers.
In groups of 1-2, you will be required to research an element from the periodic table from the
first 4 periods (or rows). During your research, you will be required to:
Determine some facts about the element such as:
- Number of subatomic particles
- Mass, symbol, atomic number
- State of element at -150°C, 0°C, 150°C
- Who discovered it and when was it added into the periodic table
- Known isotopes in nuclear notation
- How it is obtained and manufactured for human uses
- How have indigenous people used the specific element (if they did at all)
- Any WHMIS symbols for this specific element
- What its main purpose is used for today – with a token item symbolizing the element
- What it is as an ion – orbital drawing of ion
- What common compounds the element is found in
You will also need to create a model of the element as a Bohr orbital diagram
You can present your information in a format such as:
- Poster
- PowerPoint/Prezzy/etc.
- Picture Book
- Collage
- Another way approved by the teacher 😊
Element Project Information Checklist:
Use the checklist below to identify elements you have covered in your project. You (and your
partner) will use it for yourself, then when looking at another group’s presentation before the due
date. Indicate with a √ or a X if you or the other group have what the project requires or not.
Information Required for Project Self Peer
Assess Assess
Number of subatomic particles (Protons, electrons, and neutrons)
Mass, symbol, and atomic number of element being researched
State of element at -150°C, 0°C, 150°C
Who discovered the element and when was it added into the periodic table
Known isotopes of the element written in nuclear notation
How the element is obtained and manufactured for human use
How have indigenous people used the element (if they did at all)
Any WHMIS symbols for the element
What the element’s main purpose is used for today in 2019
Token item symbolizing the element
Orbital drawing of ion and ion charge
What common compounds the element is found in
Model of the element as a Bohr orbital diagram
Information Required for Project Self Peer
Assess Assess
Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar
Free of spelling and punctuation mistakes, no grammar issues
Appearance
Presentation looks visually appealing and captivating to viewer
Comments from Peers: