The Amazing History of Element Names: A Journey Through Time and Science

From the earliest civilizations to the present day, humans have been fascinated by the elements that make up our world. But where do these names come from, and what do they tell us about the history of science?

The amazing history of element names

by Pierre Avenas

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	27042 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	274 pages

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In his new book, The Amazing History of Element Names, science writer Theodore Gray takes us on a whirlwind tour of the periodic table, exploring the origins and stories behind the names of each element.

Gray's journey begins with the ancient Greeks, who named many of the elements after gods and goddesses. For example, gold was named after Helios, the sun god, and silver was named after Selene, the moon goddess.

As science progressed, new elements were discovered and named after scientists, places, and even abstract concepts.

For example, radium was named after the Latin word for "ray," because of its radioactive properties. And plutonium was named after Pluto, the Roman god of the underworld, because it was discovered in the waste products of a nuclear reactor.

Gray's book is not just a collection of facts, but also a celebration of the human spirit of exploration and discovery.

As we learn the stories behind the element names, we gain a deeper understanding of the history of science and our place in the universe.

The Amazing History of Element Names is a must-read for anyone interested in science, history, or the human story.

About the Author

Theodore Gray is a science writer and photographer who has written extensively about the periodic table and the elements.

His previous books include The Elements and Molecules, both of which have been widely acclaimed for their clarity and wit.

The amazing history of element names

by Pierre Avenas

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	27042 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	274 pages

FREE