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Aug 1, 2019
We might run out of these elements
You know to conserve water and trees, but what about calcium and bismuth?
Jun 4, 2019
The elements we might mine on the moon
Lunar exploration started as an adventure, now prospectors also see dollar signs in that smiling cheese.
May 2, 2019
The world secretly runs on hippo poop
These legendary crappers play an important role in cycling silicon.
Apr 15, 2019
Why so many racing machines rely on this ‘trouble metal’
Magnesium's light weight and ease of casting and machining make it attractive for a variety of applications.
Jan 7, 2019
The iconic periodic table could have looked very different
On its 150th anniversary, a chemist looks back at the various tables we almost ended up with.
Aug 7, 2018
The secret origins of blue diamonds are finally coming to the surface
These gems are rare bits of Earth’s recycling.
Jun 8, 2016
The Four Newest Elements Now Have Names
Nihonium, moscovium, tennessine, and oganesson, oh my
Jan 6, 2016
Petition: Put Motörhead’s Lemmy On The Periodic Table
Hydrogen, oxygen, and now lemmium?
