Mendeleev and the Periodic Table

What makes the periodic table more than just a trendy icon?

• It's a colorful chart.

• It's a list of all known elements.

• It's found on t-shirts and mugs.

• It's a massive slab of human genius.

What was Mendeleev's bold prediction about eka-aluminum?

• It would be heavier than gold.

• It would have an atomic weight of 68.

• It would be a gas at room temperature.

• It would be a non-metal.

Which element was discovered that matched Mendeleev's prediction of eka-aluminum?

• Gallium

• Scandium

• Technetium

• Rhenium

What is the significance of the element named Mendelevium?

• It was named after Mendeleev to honor his contributions.

• It was the first element discovered.

• It is the lightest element.

• It is found in large quantities on Earth.

How many scientists have had an element named after them?

• 15

• 100

• 50

• Over 800