Name: ____________________________

Emiko Date: ___________

21.10.2024 Per: ________

Element superhero or villain project

Assignment: Personify one element on the periodic
table. Your character’s physical features and personality
must relate to the real physical and chemical properties
of the element.

Role:
Comic book author who is promoting a new comic book character at
the annual comic-con convention

Audience: Comic-con visitors

Format:
Advertising poster that features an illustration of your comic book
character and biography that explains his/her characteristics

Topic:
New comic book hero or villain with characteristics related to the
physical and chemical properties of an element on the periodic table

Directions
Step 1: Choose one element from the periodic table that you would like to personify into a superhero or
supervillain. You must sign up on the sign-up sheet provided. There will be no repeats of elements
allowed.

Step 2: Research the element using reliable websites and fill out the two-page element fact sheet
provided.

Step 3: Create an eye-catching illustration of your superhero.

ü Heroes/villains must be fully colored and in school appropriate attire/gear
ü Attach an illustration of the periodic square and the atomic model of your element somewhere near
your superhero. You can do this by using clipart or a hand-drawn illustration.
ü The superhero/villain’s name should be noticeable and must include the name of the element – e.g.,
“Golden Audrey”.
ü Display a catchphrase near your illustration. A catchphrase is a word or expression that is used
repeatedly to represent or characterize a person. Below are some examples of catchphrases:
• “In brightest day... in blackest night, no evil shall escape my sight! Let those who worship evil's
might beware my power--Green Lantern's light!” ~ Green Lantern
• “My name is Freeze. Learn it well, for it is the chilling sound of your doom.” ~Mr. Freeze
• “IT'S CLOBBERING TIME!” ~ The Thing

Step 4: Create a one-page written biography (backstory) for your superhero/villain. The biography will
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explain how your character acquired superpowers. You will need to include at least five physical
properties and two chemical properties in your story. Underline the physical/chemical properties within
your story.
 Element superhero project- Rubric

CATEGORY 4 3 2 1
The character is an The character is a The character The character is a
excellent match for good match for the somewhat matches poor match to the
the element. The element. Most of the element. Some element. Many parts
superhero’s color, the superhero’s parts of the of the superhero’s
Superhero clothing, gear, etc. color, clothing, gear, superhero’s physical physical appearance
match the real etc. match the appearance do not do not match the
Illustration
element. A picture element. match the element. element.
of the atom and
periodic square is
included.

The backstory The backstory The backstory is There is little to no

includes at least five includes underlined missing several use of
physical and two physical/chemical physical/chemical physical/chemical
Superhero chemical properties. properties. Most of properties. The properties within
Backstory All the properties the properties properties discussed the backstory. The
discussed match the discussed match the may not match the properties discussed
element. element. element. may not match the
element.

All information is Most of the Includes information There are several

scientifically information about the subject, factual errors and/or
accurate and presented is but not all parts that are not
Accuracy & relevant to the accurate and information is relevant to the
Relevancy project. Subject relevant. Subject accurate and/or character. The
knowledge is knowledge is good. relevant. The subject subject knowledge is
outstanding. knowledge is lacking. poor.

The The The The

poster/backstory poster/backstory is poster/backstory is poster/backstory
includes illustrations, mostly interesting to somewhat does not include
facts, details, word read but does not interesting to read attention-grabbing
Interest choice, etc. that always keep the but is lacking in writing and
keeps the reader reader engaged. engagement. illustrations. There
engaged. was little to no
interesting facts.

The poster is The poster is The poster is The writer did not
exceptionally attractive in terms of somewhat take the time to
attractive in terms of picture detail, attractive, but some create an attractive
Attractiveness picture detail, coloring, and parts are messy or project.
coloring, and neatness. appear to be rushed.
neatness.

There are no There are very few There are several There are many
Spelling & spelling/grammar spelling/grammar spelling/grammar mistakes in the area
Grammar mistakes. mistakes. mistakes. of spelling and
grammar.

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 element Sign-up Sheet
Element Name Student Name Element Name Student Name Element Name Student Name

Actinium (Ac) Indium (In) Samarium (Sm)

Aluminum (Al) Iodine (I) Scandium (Sc)
Antimony (Sb) Iridium (Ir) Selenium (Se)
Argon (Ar) Iron (Fe) Silicon (Si)
Arsenic (As) Krypton (Kr) Silver (Ag)
Barium (Ba) Lanthanum (La) Sodium (Na)
Beryllium (Be) Lead (Pb) Strontium (Sr)
Bismuth (Bi) Lithium (Li) Sulfur (S)
Boron (B) Lutetium (Lu) Tantalum (Ta)
Bromine (Br) Magnesium (Mg) Technetium (Tc)
Cadmium (Cd) Manganese (Mn) Tellurium (Te)
Calcium (Ca) Mercury (Hg) Terbium (Tb)
Californium (Cf) Molybdenum (Mo) Thallium (Tl)
Carbon (C) Neodymium (Nd) Thorium (Th)
Cerium (Ce) Neon (Ne) Thulium (Tm)
Cesium (Cs) Nickel (Ni) Tin (Sn)
Chlorine (Cl) Niobium (Nb) Titanium (Ti)
Chromium (Cr) Nitrogen (N) Tungsten (W)
Cobalt (Co) Osmium (Os) Uranium (U)
Copper (Cu) Oxygen (O) Vanadium (V)
Curium (Cm) Palladium (Pd) Xenon (Xe)
Dysprosium (Dy) Phosphorus (P) Ytterbium (Yb)
Einsteinium (Es) Platinum (Pt) Yttrium (Y)
Erbium (Er) Polonium (Po) Zinc (Zn)
Europium (Eu) Potassium (K) Zirconium (Zr)
Fluorine (F) Praseodymium (Pr)
Gadolinium (Gd) Promethium (Pm)
Gallium (Ga) Protactinium (Pa)
Germanium (Ge) Radium (Ra)
Gold (Au) Radon (Rn)
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Hafnium (Hf) Rhenium (Re)

Helium (He) Rhodium (Rh)
*Any element that is not on the list
Holmium (Ho) Rubidium (Rb)
must be approved by the instructor.
Hydrogen (H) Ruthenium (Ru)
 Helpful Research links
Below is a list of web links to help you fill out your research sheet. You may use any of the
following web sites or find your own reliable website to use.

Website Description
http://www.ptable.com • Interactive periodic table
• Click on the periodic table box &
1 information about your element
will pop up

https://periodictable.com • Another dynamic periodic table

• Has good pictures of the elements
2 as well as research information

http://www.periodicvideos.com • A very engaging website that has

3 video clips about most of the
elements on the periodic table
http://www.periodictable.com/Prope • Click on your element at the top of
rties/A/MohsHardness.html the page and you will be directed
4 to a page which has general
information about certain
elements

5 https://periodic.lanl.gov/index.shtml • Another dynamic periodic table

https://www.lenntech.com/periodic/ • Research site with elements listed

6 number/atomic-number.htm by atomic number

7 http://www.rsc.org/periodic-table • Videos, history, and more

https://www.ducksters.com/science/ • Go to the bottom of the screen

8 periodic_table.php and click on your element to find
Interesting/fun facts
http://www.chem4kids.com/files/ele • Has interesting facts including
9 m_intro.html where you can find your element
http://elements.wlonk.com/Elements • Basic information
10 Table.htm • Good for interesting/fun facts
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 element superhero/Villain research Sheet
General Information:
Superhero Or Villain? Super Hero Number of Protons: 9

Comic Character’s Name: Fluora Number of Neutrons: 10

Element Name: Fluorine Number of Electrons: 9

Element Symbol: F Group# 9 Period# 2

Atomic Number: 9 Metal, Nonmetal, Semi-metal? Nonmetal

Atomic Mass: 18.998403 u Element Family Name: Halogens

Description of how the property

Physical Properties relates to your hero/villain
***You must link at least 5 physical
of the Element
properties to your comic book character.

State of matter at Gas Fluora can slip through spaces and move quickly as a gas.
room temperature

Color: Pale Yellow Fluora has a pale yellow glow that makes her stand out.

Transparent,
Translucent. Or Transparent Her gas form makes her see-through, perfect for stealth.

Opaque?

Fluora is light, which makes her fast and agile.

Density: 1.696g/cm3

Mohs hardness between 1.5 and -2 She’s brittle, allowing her to break through defenses but also
making her careful in fights.

Texture: Not Malleable or

Fluora is brittle, but this helps her break through barriers.
ductile, usually brittle.
malleable, ductile or
brittle?

Is the element Yes Fluora can attract objects, pulling enemies closer when needed.
magnetic?

Melting Point: -220°C She turns solid in extreme cold, creating sharp defenses.

Boiling Point: -188.1°C She turns into gas at low temperatures, making her hard to catch.

Freezing Point: -219.62°C At freezing temperatures, Fluora becomes solid and sharp.

Conducts electricity? No Fluora is resistant to electricity, so she’s safe from electrical attacks.

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 element superhero/Villain
research Sheet (PG 2)
Description of how the property
Chemical properties relates to your hero/villain
***You must link at least 2 chemical
of the element
properties to your comic book character.

Fluora reacts quickly, using her powers to adapt in battle.

Highly Reactive
Reactivity?

Fluora’s powers can cause bursts of energy, like sudden flames, for
Flammable? Highly Flammable
intense attacks.

Fluora’s touch can be toxic to her enemies, weakening them on

Fluoride Toxicity contact.
Toxicity?

Description of how the property

Other relevant information: relates to your character.
***You must link as many as possible

When was your element Discovered by - Henri Fluora’s origins are mysterious and go back to the
Moissan 1800s.
discovered?
Who discovered your Discovered in - 1886
element?

Where is your element Fluora’s power is grounded in nature, making her

Earth's crust connected to the earth.
commonly found in nature?

What are some compounds Fluoride, Hydrofluoric acid,

Fluora has various abilities and forms inspired by
Sodium fluoride and
that are made from your Polytetrafluoroethylene different fluorine compounds.
element?

Fluorine is the most

Fluora is highly electronegative, meaning she pulls
electronegative element. energy toward herself for stronger attacks.
Fun Fact #1

Fluorine is the lightest Fluora is light and agile, making her fast in fights
halogen, with atomic and hard to catch.
Fun Fact #2 number 9.

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 Comic character biography
origins/backstory:

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Fluora is a mysterious and powerful superhero with a pale yellow glow. She moves like a transparent gas, allowing her to slip past

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enemies unnoticed and strike when they least expect it. Light as air, her density is low, making her easily to attack easily. And just

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like Fluorine, Fluora's touch can be so dangerously brittle. She isn't malleable or flexible like other heroes, But that's part of her

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strength. Fluora has the power to freeze her surroundings at incredibly low temperatures, with a melting point of -220°C. When she

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cools down, she solidifies, creating sharp, icy defenses. And when she heats up to -188.1°C, she transforms into her gaseous form,

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becoming nearly invisible and harder to catch. With a magnetic force that draws enemies in, Fluora is a formidable opponent.

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However, she's careful around electricity, as it doesn't flow through her easily. Fluora uses her unique powers to protect and \

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defend, mastering her reactive nature to keep her city safe.

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 Example of
Completed
Hero

Catchphrase:
Beware of my golden stare, I can
turn bad guys into metal with my deadly glare!
 Example of
Completed
Villain

Catchphrase:
I’ve been around since world war one,
killing my foes with deadly gas, just for fun!