Aleksza
NHHS-H-Chemistry
2012-13
Metals, Metalloids and Nonmetals Activity Pre-lab
Adapted from: www.thechemistryteacher.net - Metals, Nonmetals & Metalloids Lab –Teacher Friendly Labs and
Properties of Metals, Nonmetals and Metalloids Examination Activity, www.wmich.edu
NAME:_____________________________________________MOD:______________
LAB PARTNERS:_______________________________________________________
BACKGROUND: The periodic table can be classified into metals, nonmetals and metalloids.
The characteristics of these groups vary greatly; Metals tend to be ductile, malleable, have a
metallic luster and are conductors of heat and electricity. Nonmetals tend to non-lustrous,
brittle and poor conductors. Metalloids share some characteristics of both metals and
nonmetals.
______PRELAB: Define the following using definitions related to this activity AND provide an
example metal/nonmetal/metalloid:
DUCTILE:
EX:
MALLEABLE:
EX:
LUSTER:
EX:
CONDUCTOR:
EX:
SEMI-CONDUCTOR:
EX:
BRITTLE:
EX:
MAGNETIC:
EX:
Aleksza
NHHS-H-Chemistry
2012-13
Metals, Metalloids and Nonmetals Activity-Procedures, Data & Follow Up
Adapted from: www.thechemistryteacher.net - Metals, Nonmetals & Metalloids Lab –Teacher Friendly Labs and
Properties of Metals, Nonmetals and Metalloids Examination Activity, www.wmich.edu
NAME:_____________________________________________MOD:______________
LAB PARTNERS:_______________________________________________________
Purpose:
Why do we organize things? What are some different ways that we organize information? How
do scientists organize the elements? The periodic table is organized so that elements with
common properties are placed near each other or in similar fashion. In this way, we can use
the periodic table to predict behaviors of elements with which we are not already familiar.
To examine some elements observe their properties. Using these observations, students will
confirm the common properties of metals, nonmetals and metalloids.
Materials:
Assorted metal, nonmetal and metalloid samples, conductivity tester, magnets
Procedure:
1. For each sample, write the name and symbol of the element samples
2. Describe the physical features of the sample by observation.
3. Test each sample for conductivity using the tester device.
4. Test each sample for magnetism by passing a magnet over the sample.
5. Test the samples for malleability, ductilibility and brittleness by touching the metals and
testing them.
6. Check the appropriate characteristics for each sample.
7. WASH YOUR HANDS after the experiment.
8. Answer the questions based on observation, inference and selective testing.
DATA COLLECTION:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Element Name:______________________
Element Symbol:_____________________
Element Color:_______________________
Element Characteristics: (Check all that apply)
 Solid
 Liquid
 Gas
 Shiny
 Dull
 Malleable
 Non-malleable
 Brittle
 Non-brittle
 Conductive
 Non-conductive
 Semi-conductive
 Magnetic
 Non-magnetic
 Metal
 Nonmetal
 Metalloid
NOTES:
Data Analysis:
Which of your samples displayed the most luster?
Which of your samples were the most malleable?
Which of your samples were the most conductive?
Which of your samples were the most magnetic?
Which of your samples were the most brittle?
From your data so far –
Which of your samples were metals?
Which of your samples were nonmetals?:
Which of your samples were metalloids?
Post-lab Questions:
1. What is the purpose of the stair-step line on the periodic table?
2. An element is _______________________ if it can be drawn into a wire.
3. Elements that are ____________________ can be hammered into thin sheets.
4. What two properties of copper make it desirable for use in wiring?
_____________________________ and ________________________________
5. What two properties of silver and gold are desirable for use in making jewelry?
_____________________________ and ________________________________
6. What class of elements are brittle and poor conductors of heat? _____________
7. All metals are magnetic. Circle your choice:
True
or
False
8. Most metals are _____________ (solids, liquids or gases) at room temperature.
9. Most nonmetals are __________ (solids, liquids or gases) at room temperature.
10. Copper is sometimes coated on the bottom of cookware. What property of copper
makes it desirable for this use? _________________________________
11. What can you conclude from this activity?
Metals, Nonmetals and Metalloids Lab Quiz
NAME:______________________________DATE:_____________PERIOD:_______
1) _______________________ can be drawn into a wire.
2) _______________________ can be hammered into thin sheets.
3) What two properties of copper make it desirable for use in wiring?
_____________________________ and ________________________________
4) What two properties of silver and gold are desirable for use in making jewelry?
_____________________________ and ________________________________
5) ______________________ elements are typically malleable and lustrous.
6) _________________ elements are typically colorful and exists in various states.
7) Most metals are _____________ (solids, liquids or gases) at room temperature.
8) Most nonmetals are __________ (solids, liquids or gases) at room temperature.
9) Copper is sometimes coated on the bottom of cookware. What property of copper makes it
desirable for this use? _________________________________
Word Bank:
May use word more than once
Malleable
Conducts Electricity
Nonconductive
Ductile
Brittle
Metallic
Conducts Heat
Lustrous
Dull
Nonmetallic
Metalloids