Periodic Table Quiz: 15 Chemistry & Elements Questions
Think you know your elements? Prove it with this chemistry quiz from our Science Trivia hub.
The periodic table is one of the most elegant achievements in all of science. Organized by atomic number, it maps out the 118 confirmed elements that make up everything in the universe -- from the hydrogen in stars to the carbon in your DNA. This quiz will test your knowledge of element symbols, properties, famous chemists, and groundbreaking discoveries.
Whether you're a chemistry student cramming for a test or a science buff who loves the details, these 15 questions cover element groups, atomic properties, chemical reactions, and the fascinating history behind how elements were discovered and named. Tap an answer to get instant feedback!
🏆 Periodic Table Trivia Challenge
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1. What is the chemical symbol for gold?
2. What element has the atomic number 1?
3. Which element is the most abundant in the Earth's crust?
4. What is the only metal that is liquid at standard room temperature?
5. Who is credited with creating the first widely recognized periodic table?
6. What is the chemical symbol for sodium?
7. Which noble gas is used in bright advertising signs and gives off a reddish-orange glow?
8. What element does the symbol Fe represent?
9. Which two elements make up water (H2O)?
10. What is the heaviest naturally occurring element?
11. Which scientist discovered radium and polonium?
12. What is the lightest element on the periodic table?
13. What group of elements are found in Group 18 (the far right column) of the periodic table?
14. Which element has the highest melting point?
15. What element is represented by the symbol K?
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