WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2016 — Four elements have been added to the periodic table this year, completing the seventh row. However, these new elements are not naturally occurring. Scientists had to create them and overcome a number of challenges to do so. In this week's Reactions video, we look at how elements are made and whether or not creating even more is possible. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/rwC9BBHkaAI.

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