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!
Part 2: Report and Reflection
Purpose: Describe in complete sentences and in your own words, the purpose of this
experiment.
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!
Part 2: Report and Reflection
Purpose: Describe in complete sentences and in your own words, the purpose of this
experiment.
