The element
118, previously known as eka-radon (eka being sanskrit for one) or ununoctium (one one eight element) was renamed in
2016 after the nuclear physicist
Yuri Oganessian. It is the heavier analogue of Radon, thus, it is a noble gas. However, it is theorized that it would be a
solid at the
standard atmospheric pressure. Like its lighter analogues Radon and Xenon, it would be relatively easy (compared to Helium and Neon) to bond Oganesson to things like halogens and alkali metals.
Oganesson, in its most stable (known) form, has 118 protons, 176 neutrons, and 118 electrons. It is considered by some to be the last of the Periodic Table of Elements, however scientists are currently working on synthesis of elements 119, 120, 121, and 122.
Guy 1:
Wow, thanks to Oganesson, the periodic table is finally complete!
Guy 2: But, scientists in
Germany claim to have discovered Unbinilium. If their claims can be verified by another team, then that will be the start of a whole
new row!
Guy 1: Ow, right in the OCD...
