9/1/15: Science Log: Draw each box and state whether

its an element or compound. Explain why in complete

sentences.

“Box ___ represents an element, because _____.”

“Box ___ represents a compound, because _____.”

Explain your answer.

A

B

STATIONS

What is the difference between

CO and Co?

(Answer the question in complete sentences in your Science Log. Use the periodic table for reference. You will have 5 minutes. DO NOT WASTE TIME)

DIVE IN—9/2/15

Why is CO – Carbon and Oxygen?Why is Co Cobalt?

“CO” VS. “Co”

CO

Co

Chemical Symbol Rule:A Capital Letter by itself is one

atom of one element

A capital followed by another capital is 2 different symbols

A Capital Followed by a lower case is one element

N = Nitrogen

Ne= Neon

NO= Nitrogen and oxygen

BW: Write the following information along your notes (STATIONS)

“how to read elements on the periodic table”

Atomic NumberSymbolNameAtomic Mass

16, 8, 16

8, 16, 8

Using the periodic table, find the following elements by looking up their atomic #

ATOMIC #s4

79229

71

Here it is!!!

Rough Draft Research• Element Name• Element Symbol• Compound 1= ex. Carbon, CO is Carbon Monoxide• Compound 2=• Compound 3=• elements that react to_____ • Is my element man-made or found in nature• Melting and boiling point• Phase at room temp (gas, liquid, or solid)• 3 interesting facts• Where is it found