Interactive Periodic Table

Explore chemical elements with atomic data and properties

Element Categories

About the Periodic Table

What is the Periodic Table?

The periodic table is a tabular arrangement of chemical elements organized by atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties. Elements are presented in order of increasing atomic number.

How to Use

  • Click on any element to view detailed information
  • Use category filters to highlight specific element groups
  • Colors indicate element categories (metals, nonmetals, etc.)
  • Hover over elements for quick preview

Element Properties

  • Atomic Number: Number of protons in the nucleus
  • Atomic Mass: Average mass of atoms (in atomic mass units)
  • Electron Configuration: Arrangement of electrons in shells
  • Electronegativity: Tendency to attract electrons
  • Melting/Boiling Point: Phase transition temperatures

Element Categories

  • Alkali Metals: Highly reactive metals (Group 1)
  • Alkaline Earth: Reactive metals (Group 2)
  • Transition Metals: Metals with variable oxidation states
  • Metalloids: Elements with properties between metals and nonmetals
  • Nonmetals: Poor conductors, form acids
  • Halogens: Highly reactive nonmetals (Group 17)
  • Noble Gases: Inert gases (Group 18)