What are the historical methods of classifying elements as described in the periodic table?
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The question discusses the classification of elements, focusing on historical methods like Dobereiner's Triads, Newland's Law of Octaves, and Lother Meyer's Classification. It highlights how these early classification systems attempted to organize elements based on atomic masses and properties.
Answer
Dobereiner, Newland, and Meyer used atomic masses for classification.
Dobereiner's Triads grouped elements with similar properties in sets of three. Newland's Law of Octaves arranged elements by increasing atomic mass, showing similar properties every eighth element. Lothar Meyer's classification categorized elements based on atomic volumes and properties.
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Dobereiner's Triads grouped elements with similar properties in sets of three. Newland's Law of Octaves arranged elements by increasing atomic mass, showing similar properties every eighth element. Lothar Meyer's classification categorized elements based on atomic volumes and properties.
More Information
The historical methods were precursors to the modern periodic table where atomic number became the main organizing principle.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing Mendeleev's work with earlier attempts. His table was based on atomic mass but also predicted undiscovered elements.
Sources
- A brief history of the periodic table - asbmb.org
- Periodic Classification of Elements - BYJU'S - byjus.com
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