Scientists in Japan think they've finally created the elusive element 113, one of the missing items on the periodic table of elements. Element 113 is an atom with 113 protons in its nucleus — a type ...

This year is the International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements—and today (March 6), the modern version celebrates its 150 th birthday. To find out more about the table and how new ...

If you ever want to open a chemistry theme restaurant, you should be sure to furnish it with 118 tables — one for each element. Note that it could not be a Greek restaurant, because then the number of ...

In their momentary life span, atoms of lawrencium, element 103, may have left a lasting impression on the structure of the periodic table. For the first time, researchers have measured a basic ...

Due to how vast the universe is, is it possible to find an element that is not on the periodic table? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn ...

You might not have used the periodic table, but the chances are you'll have seen it. It's known all over the world and when it was created it was a massive step forward for helping scientists to ...