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Scientists have created all the elements beyond element 92. Find out how they have been made.

Scientists force protons into the nucleus of uranium to create elements beyond the element 92, also
known as transuranium elements.

It is said that the stars are the ‘element factories of the universe’, that is, stars make the elements. Do
some research and find out how the stars make elements.

Stars are fuelled by fusing atomic nuclei, and this is how some of the elements are formed. Also,
when stars explode, also known as supernovae, this superhot explosion helps nuclei to assemble
into more massive nuclei, and absorb neutrons that decay into protons. This creates new elements.

Choose an element and research the following information about it:

o When it was discovered

o by whom it was discovered
o how it is found in nature
o its properties and uses.

Calcium was discovered in 1808 by Sir Humphrey Davy. Calcium is found in bones, rocks, chalk,
seashells, milk, and other dairy products. It is used to build strong bones, and is essential for human
nutrition. Our skeletons get their rigidity mainly from calcium prosphate, eggs of birds and shells of
mollusks are comprised of calcium carbonate. Calcium is also necessary for plant growth.