

He named this element glucine, with the symbol Gl, but as this name was very similar to that of the amino acid glycine it was criticised.


The French chemist, Louis Nicolas Vauquelin, examined both emerald and beryl and correctly reported that they contained a new element in 1798. It’s well worth checking out for a lot more detail on the history of some of the names featured here, as well as that of many more. The research for this post was primarily done using “The Lost Elements: The Periodic Table’s Shadow Side”, which details the history of erroneous element discoveries and naming controversies. This table takes a look at some of the different names that have been suggested or used in the past for various elements below, we examine their origins, and the reasons for their rejection. However, they’re all names that have been suggested but rejected for elements in years gone by. Send us feedback about these examples.Extremium, catium, cyclonium and pandemonium: elements that you won’t find in the periodic table in classrooms and laboratories. These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'element.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 8 June 2023 It’s got all of the Irish elements, a groove called 6/8, which is extremely Celtic and Irish.

Brian Steinberg, Variety, 8 June 2023 Distinctive elements: One-acre lot raised garden beds outdoor hanging bench koi pond completely chemical-free garden. Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2023 The look of the newscast’s bottom-of-the-screen graphics will use fewer elements, but present them in bolder fashion - all part of a bid to put the visual emphasis on Holt’s delivery or video captured by NBC News crew and correspondents. Hafiz Haroun, Washington Post, 9 June 2023 Among the highlights will be a pop-up skate park hosted by Syndicate Skatepark, featuring 18 different elements set up on the south half of Grove Avenue next to Festival Park. Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 June 2023 The country has often exported Islamist militants, and now - especially with RSF painting the power struggle as a fight against Islamist elements in the military - may risk importing them from other countries. Cari Shane, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 June 2023 The whole scandal element of it was just ridiculous. Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2023 While some historians would consider all of these cross-dressing performances drag, Joseph takes a narrower approach, believing that drag requires two key elements: an intentional celebration of gender expression and a competition. Recent Examples on the Web Aside from the heating element, this versatile electric blanket also offers warmth and comfort thanks to its weighted feel.
