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Godspanther
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Where can I find a list/chart of the temperatures at which elements reach the 4th state of matter known as plasma?
Plasma is one of the four fundamental states of matter, along with solid, liquid, and gas. It is similar to gas in that it has no definite shape or volume, but it differs in that it consists of a collection of charged particles, such as ions and electrons, which are free to move around. This results in unique properties such as electrical conductivity and the ability to be affected by magnetic fields.
The elemental table, also known as the periodic table, contains all of the known chemical elements organized by their atomic number and chemical properties. There are currently 118 elements on the table, ranging from hydrogen (atomic number 1) to oganesson (atomic number 118).
Elements on the periodic table are organized into rows, called periods, and columns, called groups or families. The rows are arranged by increasing atomic number, and the columns are grouped by similar chemical and physical properties. This allows for easy identification and comparison of elements.
The atomic number of an element represents the number of protons in its nucleus, which is a unique identifier for each element. It also determines the element's placement on the periodic table and its chemical properties. Elements with the same atomic number but different numbers of neutrons are known as isotopes.
The periodic table provides a systematic way for scientists to organize and study the properties of elements. By identifying trends and patterns among elements in the same group or period, scientists can make predictions about the properties of new or undiscovered elements. It also helps in understanding the relationships between elements and their reactivity, bonding, and other characteristics.