Charting Atomic Characteristics: A Pathway to Element Classification

Abstract

The classification of elements serves as a rich source of knowledge in chemistry. This article explores the atomic model based on wave mechanics, represented by a graph characterizing the atom, to elucidate both periodic and ordered classifications of elements. Three types of classifications emerge from this graph: periodic, ordered, and hybrid classifications, with the latter resembling periodic tables but incorporating elements of the ordered form. The periodic table stands out as one of the most profound and unifying concepts in modern science. New illustration methods, such as condensed tables with orders and periods, are introduced. The results underscore the conclusiveness of the findings, revealing that classifications extend beyond periodicity, encompassing ordered types of tables as well. This research sheds light on the diverse approaches to classifying elements and opens avenues for further exploration in the field of chemistry.