Uncovering the history behind a rare, early version of the periodic table
Explore the restoration of a precious scientific artifact. This video examines an early periodic table, brought to light through the dedicated efforts of historians and conservators to preserve our chemical heritage.
Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff discusses the significance of an early periodic table discovered by Alan Aitken. The preservation of this historical document was made possible through a grant to the University of St Andrews from the National Manuscripts Conservation Trust. The restoration process involved the work of conservator Richard Hawkes, ensuring this piece of scientific history remains intact for study.
Source: A Very Early Periodic Table - Periodic Table of Videos
