Periodic table
Across
- 3. A noble gas that makes up about 1% of the air.
- 5. Found in Epsom salts and chlorophyll.
- 8. Makes up 78% of Earth's atmosphere.
- 9. The second lightest element; used in balloons.
- 10. The basis of all known life on Earth.
- 11. A yellow non-metal known for its "rotten egg" smell.
- 13. A highly reactive metal stored in oil.
- 16. The lightest metal; used in batteries.
- 17. Essential for breathing and combustion.
- 18. Used in computer chips and glass.
- 19. Essential for strong bones and teeth.
Down
- 1. The lightest metalloid; used in Pyrex glass.
- 2. A lightweight metal used in aerospace alloys.
- 4. Found in matches and DNA; glows in the dark.
- 6. A noble gas used in colorful advertising signs.
- 7. Often found in bananas; helps nerve function.
- 9. The most abundant element in the universe.
- 12. Found in toothpaste to prevent cavities.
- 14. A lightweight metal used in soda cans.
- 15. A halogen used to keep swimming pools clean.