Topic Details (Notes format)

Discovery of Elements

Subject: Chemistry

Book: General Chemistry

The discovery of elements spans centuries, from ancient metals (gold, silver, copper) to modern synthetic elements. Some were named after places (polonium, californium) or scientists (einsteinium, curium). Techniques like spectroscopy and particle accelerators continue to reveal new, highly unstable elements at the periodic table’s fringes. Each discovery expands our understanding of atomic structure, nuclear stability, and chemistry’s boundaries.

Practice Questions

What is the chemical formula for sodium oxide?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for potassium nitrate?

View Question

Which element is represented by the symbol 'B'?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for sulfuric acid?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for ammonium nitrate?

View Question

Which element is primarily used in stainless steel?

View Question

What is the chemical name for CH4?

View Question

Which gas is most abundant in Earth's atmosphere?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for carbon tetrachloride?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for silicon dioxide?

View Question