The periodic table is more than just a list of the elements—it’s a scientific road map. It’s also one of the most important tools for scientists in a wide range of fields, from chemistry to quantum mechanics. In this episode of Perspectives, three scientists discuss how the periodic table came to be, and some interesting ways it can be used to predict how the world works. ------------------------------------------- Clips in this video are from the following series on Wondrium: Understanding the Periodic Table, presented by Ron B. Davis Jr. www.wondrium.com/understanding-the-periodic-table The Nature of Matter: Understanding the Physical World, presented by David W. Ball www.wondrium.com/the-nature-of-matter-understanding-the-physical-world Chemistry and Our Universe: How It All Works, presented by Ron B. Davis Jr. www.wondrium.com/chemistry-and-our-universe-how-it-all-works Understanding the Quantum World, presented by Erica W. Carlson www.wondrium.com/understanding-the-quantum-world ------------------------------------------ Chapter List: 00:00 A Brief History of the Periodic Table 04:02 The Organization of the Periodic Table 06:34 Alkali Metals and Periodic Trends 08:56 The Versatility of the Transition Metals 15:24 Have We Discovered All the Existing Elements? ------------------------------------------- Welcome to Wondrium on YouTube. Here, you can enjoy a carefully curated selection of the history, science, and math videos you’ve come to know and love from brands like The Great Courses, and more. If you’ve ever wanted to travel back in time, wondered about the science of life, wished for a better understanding of math, or dreamt of exploring the stars … then Wondrium will be your new favorite channel on YouTube! If you decide you’d like to learn more about what you love, check out the full experience at wondrium.com/YouTube There, you’ll find in-depth answers to everything you’ve ever wondered, with mind-blowing surprises along the way. Your brain is going to love this place! ------------------------------------------- You can also read thousands of articles from the smartest experts in their fields at The Great Courses Daily: www.thegreatcoursesdaily.com And, of course, check us out on all of our social channels: -Facebook: www.facebook.com/wondrium -Twitter: twitter.com/wondrium -Instagram: www.instagram.com/wondrium ------------------------------------------- #periodictable #tableofelements #wondriumperspectives

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