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Chemical Haiku: Elements' Qualities in a Few Syllables

Posted by timothy on from the atomically-pithy dept.

Frr pointed out this interesting approach to the periodic table: Haiku. This might even help you remember the elements.

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  1. I still prefer Lehrer's approach... by Exantrius · · Score: 4, Informative

    Lyrics and all can be found here:
    lyrics and quicktime versions of Tom Lehrer's Elements song /ex

  2. If you want to get technical... by Cyno01 · · Score: 5, Informative

    None of these are true haikus. A true haiku has 5-7-5 sylables and must have a kigo or seasonal theme.

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    "Sic Semper Tyrannosaurus Rex."