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Old 06-11-2009, 09:14 PM   #6
Seashore
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Default Re: New, superheavy element to enter periodic table

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In 1925, scientists discovered the last naturally occurring element on the periodic table. Since then researchers have sought to create new, heavier elements.
How is it that we call it an "element" if it's not naturally occurring?
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