Rao I. Dmitri Mendeleev (1834–1907) – Creator of the Greatest Table of Elements (2019)

Rao, I. Dmitri Mendeleev (1834–1907) – Creator of the greatest table of elements / I. Rao // Current Science. — 2019. — Vol. 117, No. 12. — P. 1986–1988.

Аннотация

The article examines the life and scientific achievements of Dmitri Ivanovich Mendeleev, the creator of the periodic table of chemical elements. The author traces Mendeleev's journey from his difficult childhood in Tobolsk, Siberia, through his education and early scientific work, to his monumental discovery of the periodic law in 1869. The narrative emphasizes Mendeleev's exceptional intellectual gifts, his love for teaching, and his profound impact on Russian science and economic development. The work highlights how Mendeleev overcame personal tragedies and health challenges to become one of the greatest chemists of all time.

Ключевые слова

Dmitri Mendeleev, periodic table, periodic law, chemical elements, history of chemistry, Russian science