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Elements at the extreme.

Authors :
Chalmers, Matthew
Source :
New Scientist. 9/12/2015, Vol. 227 Issue 3038, p28-31. 4p.
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

The article discusses the chemistry and minerals of planet Earth, commenting that the periodic table of the elements is insufficient to categorize the Earth's chemicals in extreme environments and under high pressures, including hydrogen. An overview of the composition of Earth's core, including diamonds, is provided.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02624079
Volume :
227
Issue :
3038
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New Scientist
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
109345929
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/S0262-4079(15)31175-1