Why is the Periodic Table Called Periodic?
Because the elements show periodicity. Simple as that.
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It's called the Periodic Table because the elements are arranged in a way that shows periodic (repeating) properties! For example, elements in the same group (column) have similar chemical properties. Pretty neat, huh?
The name 'Periodic Table' comes from the fact that the properties of elements repeat ('periodically') as you move across each row or period. So it's like chemistry's way of setting a calendar!
As someone who studied chemistry, I can tell you that the periodic table is all about showing recurring trends in element behavior and properties鈥攈ence 'periodic'!
Periodic Table's name comes from the regular, recurring properties of the elements when they are arranged by increasing atomic number.
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