Bob Bullock State History Museum Field Experience

It's Elemental

Source: Lyra Kalish

Time: 30 minutes

Students record observations as they view the quicksilver exhibit. Then, they should answer and/or discuss the following questions.

• How was mercury used in Texas?
• What other elements were mined in Texas and how were they used?
• What are the hazards of mercury? What safety precautions should be taken?

TEKS: 8.8, 8.9
TAKS Objectives: 3

Pre-Visit Suggestion

This activity is designed to prepare students for the exhibit on quicksilver and other resources that shaped Texas industry. More »

Post-Visit Suggestion

Students will diagram atoms, predict properties of elements using the periodic table, and explain the application of elements and compounds to everyday materials. More »