Ancient

10 elements

The basis of all known life. Forms more compounds than any other element, over 1...

Known since antiquity as brimstone. The tenth most abundant element in the unive...

The most used metal on Earth and the core material of civilization. Makes up 35%...

The first metal widely used by humans, beginning around 8000 BC. Excellent condu...

The best conductor of electricity and heat of all metals. Has the highest optica...

Used since the Bronze Age to make bronze with copper. Tin cans were invented in ...

Used in ancient Egypt as kohl eye makeup. Flame retardant in plastics and textil...

The most malleable metal. One ounce can be beaten into a sheet covering 28 squar...

The only metal that is liquid at standard conditions. Known as quicksilver for i...

One of the earliest metals smelted by humans. Dense, soft, and easy to work with...