CHEM120 OL, Week 2 Lab
OL Lab 3: Periodic Table of Elements: Get the table organized in time!
Learning Objectives:
• Describe the structure and organization of the periodic table
• Classify elements of a family based on their location in the periodic
table
• Distinguish metals from other element classes based on typical
characteristics
• Use the flame color test to identify metals based on their position in
the periodic table
• Explain valence electrons and oxidation state of a main group
element to its position in the periodic table
• Describe the main trends among groups and periods for atomic
properties
• Explain the causes on the atomic level for the main trends among
groups and periods concerning atomic radii, ionization energy and
electronegativity
Introduction
Light up the elements! In this simulation, you will learn all the fundamental
ins and outs of the periodic table. Find out which elements have metallic
characteristics, perform a flame test, and explore trends in atomic properties
among the main groups and periods.
A broken table
The periodic table is an amazing tool for getting an overview of all the
elements in existence, even the elements that only exist when we create
them ourselves. But the table in this virtual lab is broken; some of the
elements have fallen out, and it’s your mission to figure out where they
belong by investigating their characteristics and properties.
Flame color test and atomic properties
To sort the first few elements in the table you can observe their flame colors.
You may need to use your knowledge about element classes as well to get
the full understanding.
There are surprisingly many atomic properties for which trends can be
observed via the periodic table. Moving on to the virtual holo-table, you will
investigate these trends and deduct how they behave when you move within
and between periods and groups of the table. You will need this knowledge
to assign the most tricky fallen-out elements.
Become the teacher
At the end of the simulation, a special visitor will be coming by the lab, and
she needs you to help her understand the basics of the periodic table.
Part 1: Complete Labster Lab: Periodic Table of Elements: Get the table organized
in time!
OL Lab 3: Periodic Table of Elements: Get the table organized in time!
Learning Objectives:
• Describe the structure and organization of the periodic table
• Classify elements of a family based on their location in the periodic
table
• Distinguish metals from other element classes based on typical
characteristics
• Use the flame color test to identify metals based on their position in
the periodic table
• Explain valence electrons and oxidation state of a main group
element to its position in the periodic table
• Describe the main trends among groups and periods for atomic
properties
• Explain the causes on the atomic level for the main trends among
groups and periods concerning atomic radii, ionization energy and
electronegativity
Introduction
Light up the elements! In this simulation, you will learn all the fundamental
ins and outs of the periodic table. Find out which elements have metallic
characteristics, perform a flame test, and explore trends in atomic properties
among the main groups and periods.
A broken table
The periodic table is an amazing tool for getting an overview of all the
elements in existence, even the elements that only exist when we create
them ourselves. But the table in this virtual lab is broken; some of the
elements have fallen out, and it’s your mission to figure out where they
belong by investigating their characteristics and properties.
Flame color test and atomic properties
To sort the first few elements in the table you can observe their flame colors.
You may need to use your knowledge about element classes as well to get
the full understanding.
There are surprisingly many atomic properties for which trends can be
observed via the periodic table. Moving on to the virtual holo-table, you will
investigate these trends and deduct how they behave when you move within
and between periods and groups of the table. You will need this knowledge
to assign the most tricky fallen-out elements.
Become the teacher
At the end of the simulation, a special visitor will be coming by the lab, and
she needs you to help her understand the basics of the periodic table.
Part 1: Complete Labster Lab: Periodic Table of Elements: Get the table organized
in time!
