The completion of the Periodic Table of TOPS is almost here. I am creating another compound to mark this moment. Two inert gasses, Neon and Argon symbolized by Ne and Ar are elements that have many uses. The one use I bring to your attention is they are routinely found in special light bulbs or lamps. These elements will shine…
Finding the next natural element was easy this time. Co in nature symbolizes Cobalt, which has been used in compounds to provide a blue color to glazes and ceramics. For my refracted purpose, Co symbolizes Cost. There has been much in the news about how prices have increased. It seems everything is increasing, and that includes my weight. This roller…
Thulium, symbolized by Tm, is a rare earth element with limited practical uses. For my refracted purpose, I can add another use for this symbol. Tm in the Periodic Table of TOPS will symbolize Time. As I get older, there never seems to be enough Time (Tm) in a day to accomplish what I feel needs to be done. Many…
In nature, Barium is symbolized by Ba. One of its compounds is used to provide X-ray images of the esophagus, stomach and intestines. Yes, your gut. For my refracted purpose in the Periodic Table of TOPS, Ba will symbolize Bacteria. Specifically, the Bacteria (Ba) found in our gut, also called the gut microbiome. As a retired microbiologist, I have over…
I have learned the necessity to bend and be flexible on my LiFe PaTh. This is why I really appreciated the help given to me in naming my blog. So, let’s keep the refraction going. The next element introduced is Xe which symbolizes Xenon, a gas that helps generate lasers and strobe lights. For the purpose of my Periodic Table…
The Periodic Table of TOPS continues to move towards completion with the introduction of the 45th element. The element is Nobelium, named for Alfred Nobel, who invented dynamite. I hope you have a blast reading this blog. Nobelium, which is symbolized by No, has no uses outside of scientific research. For our purposes, No will symbolize No. “Just Say No”…
It is ironic that the two of the lightest elements in nature will represent an extremely heavy and difficult topic in the Periodic Table of TOPS.