Chemistry GCSE
Limitations of early classification systems
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Early periodic tables were incomplete and some elements were placed in inappropriate groups if the strict order of atomic weights was followed.
Topics that use Limitations of early classification systems
- Development of the periodic table (AQA GCSE)
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- Conflict between ordering principle and chemical properties
- Development of the periodic table
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