Elements

Summary

The website content introduces the #30DaysOfScikuChallenge with a focus on writing haikus inspired by the Periodic Table, while also informing about the discovery and naming of new chemical elements.

Abstract

The web content discusses the #30DaysOfScikuChallenge, a creative initiative encouraging readers to compose science-inspired haikus, particularly on the theme of the Periodic Table. It highlights the importance of elements as fundamental building blocks of life and acknowledges the ongoing exploration of new elements beyond the current seventh row of the periodic table. The article mentions the 2016 recognition by IUPAC of four new elements—nihonium (Nh), moscovium (Mc), tennessine (Ts), and oganesson (Og)—and invites readers to participate in the challenge by tagging their creations with #30DaysOfScikuChallenge. It also suggests alternative forms of science-inspired storytelling for those not inclined to haikus.

Opinions

The author expresses enthusiasm for the #30DaysOfScikuChallenge as a way to engage readers creatively with science.
There is a sense of wonder and ongoing discovery in the field of chemistry, as scientists continue to search for elements beyond the seventh row of the periodic table.
The author seems to take pride in the scientific community's achievements, as evidenced by the formal recognition of new elements by IUPAC.
The article conveys a playful and inviting tone, encouraging readers to have fun with science and share their work on Medium.
The author values inclusivity by suggesting that participants can engage with the challenge through various forms of writing, not just haikus.

Day 3 Prompt: Periodic Table inspired Haiku

what element makes Unless a name given by IUPAC search continues

An element is considered one of the building blocks of life — one of approximately one hundred unique substances that cannot be broken down into simpler substances, each distinguished by its atomic number. According to their recurring properties, the periodic table of elements arranges the elements, including commonly known ones such as gold, silicon, iron, and uranium. It is likely you remember this from your middle school science textbook!

As the new year approaches, worth remembering that the exploration of new elements continues, scientists are searching for elements beyond the periodic table's seventh row as we speak.

Just in case you were wondering, some of the newest elements on the block — in 2016, the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) approved the name and symbols for four elements: nihonium (Nh), moscovium (Mc), tennessine (Ts), and oganesson (Og), respectively for element 113, 115, 117, and 118 — For some extra bit of fun — try saying these names aloud — try it!

*This is Day 3 of the #sciku challenge — science-inspired haiku ( so #sciku?) prompts to get you inspired — Our dear readers — why not spend some time each day creating and having a little fun — if you do — publish it anywhere on medium, just tag it with — #30DaysOfScikuChallenge.

**If haikus/scikus aren’t your jam, feel free to exercise your artistic creativity and write another form of a science-inspired story — I can’t wait to read what you come up with.

Tagging Dr. Preeti Singh Bradley J Nordell Darrin Atkins and anyone else who feels inspired to follow and/or play along with this fun #30DaysOfScikuChallenge and today’s prompt: Periodic Table

#30DaysOfScikuChallenge

Elements

Day 3 Prompt: Periodic Table inspired Haiku

Names and symbols of four newly discovered elements announced: Elements 113, 115, 117, and 118 are…

The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry has approved the name and symbols for four elements: nihonium…

What to do when Your Body Won’t Stop Being Anxious

When your body is gripped by anxious sensations, it can feel like actual torture. It’s like a terrible storm is…