JoinNew element for the Periodic Table
By Mary Bigelow
Posted on 2013-08-28
Just when we finally got our heads around the idea that Pluto is no longer considered a true planet, now we have evidence of another element to add to the Periodic Table.
Here is a roundup of recent news articles on the topic to share with students:
- New Element 115, Ununpentium, May Join Periodic Table
- New Super-Heavy Element 115 Confirmed
- Meet 15, the Newest Element on the Periodic Table
- New Element 115 Takes a Seat at the Periodic Table
- Evidence for new periodic table element boosted
- New Element 115 May Finally Be Added to the Periodic Table
[For more information on the elements, check out SciLinks: Periodic Table of Elements, Elements Above 109]