The secret life of the periodic table : unlocking the mysteries of all 118 elements

Summary: "This book uncovers the fascinating stories behind the formulation of the periodic table and describes by who and how the 118 elements were discovered. The reader is able to gain a basic understanding of the fundamentals of atomic science with the help of fascinating trivia to keep the content interesting"

Record details

ISBN: 1770858105
ISBN: 9781770858107
Physical Description: 192 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm
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Publisher: Buffalo, New York : Firefly Books, 2016.

Content descriptions

General Note:

Includes index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Constructing the table -- Medeleev and the modern table -- Periodic table -- Atomic physics -- The quantum atom -- Trends and patterns -- Trends table -- Hyrdogen -- Helium -- Alkali metals -- Alkaline earth metals -- Transistion metals -- Post-transition metals -- Metalloids -- Nonmentals -- Halogens -- Noble gases -- Lanthanides -- Atom bomb -- Atom smashers -- Actinides -- Hall of fame -- Future elements