Chapter 1
The Core Six Elements That Build Us
Chapter 2
The Metals Running Through Your Veins
Chapter 3
Tiny Elements with Huge Jobs
Ch 1 · The Core Six Elements That Build Us
Fun Fact
Stardust Origins: Almost every atom in your body was forged inside a dying star billions of years ago. You are literally made of ancient space dust.
artiteacher Core Six Elements of Life
From every cell, to every tree, yeah! It's CHNOPS for you and me, oh-oh!
artiteacher Learn why oxygen is the primary energy fuel for human life and discover its role among the core chemical elements that build our bodies.
Quiz
Which element is famous for its ability to form four different bonds, making complex life possible?
Glossary
carbon (noun)
The most important of the six essential elements that form the chemical backbone of life. It is the versatile building block found in everything from your DNA to your dinner.
The most important of the six essential elements that form the chemical backbone of life. It is the versatile building block found in everything from your DNA to your dinner.
artiteacher Explore how hydrogen bonds stabilize the double helix of DNA in this visual infographic. Learn about the chemical elements that build life.
Quiz
Which of these elements is a key part of the water molecules found in your body?