Metal, Nonmetal or Metalloid?

On Friday, Mrs. Riggin’s Fifth Grade Science students received advanced instruction from Mrs. Beth Czyryca, a St. Louis parent and Mt. St. Joseph High School Chemistry teacher. Mrs. Cryryca and her son Chris (a SLS alumnus) led the students in an experiment where they investigated the chemical and physical properties of seven elements.  The students used this information to classify the elements as metal, nonmetal or metalloid.  Students were able to observe color and luster, test for malleability and conductivity, and observe chemical reactivity.  Our future chemists look forward to the next opportunity for experimentation.