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Science magazine, to go with their recent history of the periodic table (I guess), they now have a series of Haiku, one for each element.
It is here.
It is here.
Chemical Element Haikus: Science Magazine Series
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Discussion Overview
The thread discusses a series of haikus created for each chemical element, as featured in a Science magazine article. Participants share their thoughts on the haikus, their structure, and the historical context of the elements referenced.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant shares a haiku about Curium, referencing Marie and Pierre Curie's contributions to science.
- Another participant expresses uncertainty about their ability to create haikus and questions the pluralization of the term.
- A participant provides an explanation of the characteristics of English language haikus, including the 5-7-5 syllable structure and the significance of brevity and thematic focus.
- The historical context of the Curie family is discussed, including Marie Curie's death from radiation poisoning and Pierre Curie's accidental death.
- There is mention of how the haiku format traditionally focuses on nature, but the participant notes that the Curium haiku replaces nature with references to natural science.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally share an appreciation for the haikus and their connection to scientific history, but there is no consensus on the ability to create haikus or the nuances of their structure.
Contextual Notes
Some participants express uncertainty about the haiku format and its pluralization, while others discuss the historical accuracy of the references made in the Curium haiku.