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Alkali Metals: Elements in the First Column of the Periodic Table
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Although the term might be unfamiliar, you know all about alkali metals. Ever used salt or eaten a banana? So, what special properties do these elements have?
Scientists Unlock Secrets of H-bomb Element Einsteinium
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Scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory just made history with einsteinium. They held a sample of the short-lived element long enough to measure some of its chemical properties.
Easy Science Quiz!
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Whether it has to do with the elemental structure of granite or the internal workings of ostrich eyeballs, you love science. But how well-rounded are you in the sciences? Take our fascinating science quiz now!
It's Elementary: The Periodic Table Quiz
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The periodic table of elements was an important turning point in the history of the chemistry. Take HowStuffWorks' periodic table quiz to learn more.
How do dry chemical fire extinguishers work?
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How do multi-class dry chemical fire extinguishers work? What is the dry chemical?
Metal vs. Steel: Is There a Difference?
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Is there a difference between metal and steel? Find out whether the difference between metal and steel at HowStuffWorks.
Where is the Earth's carbon stored?
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No one would blame you if you're sick of hearing about carbon. Every day it seems there are news stories about rising carbon levels, carbon emissions and even the search for new carbon-based life forms
Why are blueprints blue?
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Why are blueprints blue and not some other color? There's a specific chemical process behind it, and its discovery has all the elements of a dark fairy tale.
What's the Difference Between Pyrite and Gold?
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Don't know your fool's gold from the real deal? We'll tell you how to tell what's pyrite (aka fool's gold) and the good ol' 24 karat stuff you want.
Rhodium: Earth's Rarest and Most Expensive Precious Metal
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Discovered in the early 1800s from a chunk of smuggled platinum ore, rhodium is the most valuable precious metal on the planet today, used mainly for keeping car emissions in check.