Periodic Table Recall
1 / 15Test your memory of chemical elements, their symbols, and atomic numbers from the periodic table.
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What is the chemical symbol for gold?
About Periodic Table Recall
Periodic Table Recall is a free memory games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Test your memory of chemical elements, their symbols, and atomic numbers from the periodic table. A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. What is the chemical symbol for gold?
Answer: Au
2. Which element has the atomic number 1?
Answer: Hydrogen
3. What is the chemical symbol for sodium?
Answer: Na
4. Which element is known as the 'king of chemicals' and is the most widely produced?
Answer: Sulfuric Acid's element Sulfur
5. What is the lightest noble gas?
Answer: Helium
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Periodic Table Recall?
Periodic Table Recall has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Periodic Table Recall free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Periodic Table Recall — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Periodic Table Recall take?
Most players finish Periodic Table Recall in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Periodic Table Recall?
If you enjoyed this memory games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
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