I love learning about new things that fascinate my mind
I also have a teen Funky Geek son who keeps me on my toes daily? I claim that Mum knows it all but am slowly being sussed out the older he gets! LOL!
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So today I found out that it is the 182nd birthday of Dmitri Mendeleev, born 8th Feb 1834 - died 2nd Feb 1907.
Am sure you'll be wondering who he is? Well according to today's Google Doodle, he is the
Here are a few fun facts:
- He was a Russian Chemist
- He was the 17th child of his parents
- Known for his work in the field of "Periodic Table" where he placed the elements in the order which we know it today.
- He predicted the future of undiscovered elements & thus allowed for that in his layout
- Missed out on the Nobel prize 3 times
- He also crafted high quality suitcases using a special bonding glue he created.
One of his most famous quotes:
"In a dream I saw a table where all the elements fell into place s required. Awakening, I immediately wrote everything down on a piece of paper" ~ Dmitri Mendeleev
