Periodic table in another planet

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The periodic table of elements remains consistent across the universe, with the order of elements based on increasing proton number unchanged regardless of location, including other planets. Elements with proton numbers 1 through 105 are found on Earth, while other planets may contain fewer elements or unique elements not present on Earth. Man-made elements are excluded from this universal consistency.

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  • Understanding of atomic structure and proton numbers
  • Familiarity with the periodic table of elements
  • Basic knowledge of chemistry and elemental properties
  • Awareness of the concept of man-made elements
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  • Research the properties of elements with proton numbers 1 to 105
  • Explore the concept of unique elements potentially found on other planets
  • Study the formation of man-made elements and their characteristics
  • Investigate how environmental conditions on other planets may affect elemental presence
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Students, educators, and enthusiasts in chemistry, astrophysics, and planetary science who are interested in the universal application of the periodic table and the potential for unique elements on other planets.

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When I was in college years ago, I came across this test question:

How will the periodic table of elements look like in another planet?

Perhaps, it is asking for a general answer. Do you know if it will change the order of the elements?
 
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no, i don't think so. the elements in the periodic table exist throughout the universe. except the man made ones.

now, if the question is asking for elements present on another planet, then it might not be as much as many as found here. or you might even have elements which are not found on earth.

each element has its own proton number. elements with proton number 1 to about proton number 105 are here on earth.

the elements are arranged in order of increasing proton number; the order will not change.
 

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