Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
periodic law
Noun
/ˌpɪərɪˈɒdɪk lɔː/
Definition
The principle that the properties of elements are a periodic function of their atomic numbers.
Examples
- The periodic law helps scientists understand the behavior of elements in chemical reactions.
- According to periodic law, elements with similar properties are found in the same column of the periodic table.
Meaning
Periodic law suggests that elements show recurring trends in their properties when they are arranged by atomic number.
Synonyms
- Elemental periodicity
- Periodic table principle
