Silver is used in more than just jewelry! Readers discover the many uses of this essential element, along with basic facts about its structure, discovery, and placement on the periodic table in this approachable introduction to important chemistry curriculum topics. The engaging design of this volume combines fact-filled main text with detailed sidebars, photographs, tables, diagrams, and chemical equations. This creates a vibrant reading experience that is sure to appeal to budding chemists, and it is a helpful resource for classroom projects about the elements.