Tag Archives: atoms and molecules

The newest superheavy in town

Superheavy element forged in lab is a first.

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Heaviest named element is official

Superheavy copernicium takes its place in the Periodic Table.

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The hottest soup in New York

A quark-gluon plasma reaches the highest temperature ever measured in a lab.

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Graphene’s superstrength

Scientists believe that graphene may change the world of electronics

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Gold’s Glittery Rewards

Gold has properties that make it valuable not only for jewelry but also for electronics and other uses.

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Bang, Sparkle, Burst, and Boom

Fireworks put on a dazzling, colorful chemical show.

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