Roles of chemical elements

This table is designed to show the role(s) performed by each chemical element, in nature and in technology.

Z = Atomic numberSym. = SymbolPer. = PeriodGr. = Group

See also

• Abundance of the chemical elements
• Dietary mineral

External links

• The Role of Elements in Life Processes Mineral Information Institute
• and Dietary Minerals
• What Chemical Elements Are Found Within The Human Body? - Science - Questions & Answers
• Digging for rare earths: The mines where iPhones are born Apple - CNET News, September 26, 2012