The Periodic Table in the Real World

The Periodic Table in the Real World

Technology

Halogens Light BulbsHalogen light bulbs are bright bulbs found in households and stores across the globe. In homes they're usually found in tall floor lamps, perfect for lighting a large room. How...

Health

Toxic ElementsHave you ever wondered which elements of the periodic table are toxic? Or maybe why they're toxic? The truth is everything is toxic if the dose is high enough—even water. (We're tal...

Policy

Fluoride in WaterElemental fluorine is a toxic yellow-green gas that we should avoid ingesting at all costs. In most complexes, fluorine is in its -1 oxidation state, also known as the fluoride ion...