Elements and Their Symbols

Worksheet Description

This worksheet delves into the symbols associated with chemical elements, a fundamental aspect of chemistry. In Part A, students are presented with a list of elemental names and are tasked with writing their corresponding symbols from the periodic table. Conversely, Part B flips the challenge by providing students with elemental symbols and asking them to identify and write down the full names of each element. The objective of this exercise is to test and strengthen the student’s familiarity with both the names and symbols of common elements.

To adeptly complete this worksheet, students should refer to the periodic table of elements, either from memory or by referencing a physical or digital copy. For Part A, upon identifying the given element name on the table, the student should note the one or two-letter symbol associated with it and write it in the corresponding box. For Part B, the process is reversed: students locate the given symbol on the periodic table and then write down the full elemental name associated with that symbol in the provided space. Utilizing mnemonic devices or repetition can also aid in recalling element names and symbols.

This worksheet aims to fortify students’ knowledge and understanding of the periodic table, specifically the relationship between elemental names and their associated symbols. By repeatedly associating names with symbols and vice versa, students develop a stronger memory recall and a deeper understanding of the elements. The ability to swiftly and accurately identify elements by their symbols (and vice versa) is a foundational skill in chemistry. Through this exercise, the worksheet underscores the importance of recognizing elements both by name and symbol, a crucial stepping stone for more advanced chemical studies.