The Periodic Table Expands Once Again

Elements 114 and 116 have recently been added to the periodic table, making for a total of 114 recognized elements ("elements" 113 and 115 have not yet been approved). The numbers used in the name signify the quantity of of protons in the nucleus of an atom. Because these are their temporary names, permanent titles for these elements will be determined by scientists in the near future. Although not much has been discussed over the future monikers of the newly-created elements, the names will have to end using "ium." In the past, names of more modern elements were named after renowned scientists, so perhaps the new elements will be in honor of one of the scientists responsible for the discovery, Dr. Moody. If not, maybe it will be a mix of the elements combined to make the 114 and 116 elements: calcium ions into atoms of plutonium or curium.But for now, more discussion will have to be made before any such decision is made.