History of chemistry (classification of elements): Newlands, Mendeleev, and Meyer are associated with which foundational development? Recognize the contribution of these scientists to organizing elements and predicting properties. Choose the correct option.
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Chemistry
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AAtomic structure
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BMetallurgy
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CThe periodic table
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DDiscovery of individual elements
Answer
Correct Answer: The periodic table
Explanation
Given data
- Names: Newlands, Mendeleev, Lothar Meyer.
Concept/ApproachThey developed early periodic classifications (Newlands' Law of Octaves; Mendeleev's periodic table with predictions; Meyer's atomic volume periodicity), leading to the modern periodic table.
Final AnswerThe periodic table