LibGuides: CHEM 1111: General Chemistry: Periodic Table Research

Periodic Table Research

Where to find information about elements on the periodic table.

Books / Encyclopedias

Books and encyclopedias are great places to find background information about a topic. For advanced, current research, use articles from academic journals.

Chemistry of the Elements by N. N. Greenwood; A. Earnshaw
Call Number: Online
ISBN: 9780750633659
Publication Date: 1997
Contains useful information, it was published in 1997, so you'll need to ensure the scientific information is still accurate.

Ebook Central This link opens in a new window
Search for more e-books on the element you are researching.

Articles / Databases

Articles from academic journals are the best place to find new information about a topic. Articles tend to be very detailed and advanced, so it's best to read background information (books, encyclopedias, etc.) before diving into current research.

SciFinder n Registration (New Users) This link opens in a new window
Use this link to create an account.
SciFinder n (Returning Users) This link opens in a new window
Research discovery application that provides unlimited access to the world's most comprehensive and authoritative source of references, substances, and reactions in chemistry and related sciences.
ACS Web Editions This link opens in a new window
Contains advanced research on topics relating to chemistry.

Websites

These websites contain credible information about elements on the periodic table.

Periodic Table Elements (PubChem)
Click your element in the table to view information about the element, including its properties, history, and uses.
Periodic Table (Royal Society of Chemistry)
Click an element to see information such as history, uses, and properties.