OCTAOR Periodic Table of Real Elements, Wooden Base with RGB Lighting and Magnifying Glass, Student Chemistry Learning Tool, Larger Size Acrylic Science Gift and Craft (8.3 x 5.5 inch)

A beautiful piece that actually has the mineral samples EMBEDDED in the acrylic as opposed to a picture pasted on the back like cheaper versions that you find on Facebook and Instagram. Comes with a nice wood stand and charging cable plus a nice looking magnifying glass. You can select different color illumination for the backgrounds and the charge lasts quite a while. Nice!

All was as expected. The base can be left plugged in or unplugged and hold a charge so you can have the light show wherever you need! It looks so cool with the changing colors!

Setting the stand and lighting aside for a moment, I think this is a really cool periodic table display. It works best if you place it with a nearby object to the rear (like a light-colored wall) to assist in reading it.It's not only a cool decoration for a classroom or an adult's office... it would also be a fascinating gift for any kid who appreciates science. The concept of "elements" is fairly abstract for a lot of people because we don't often see what they look like. This is a great learning opportunity.As for the stand an lighting, it appears to be a little finicky. The button to turn it off and on is touch-sensitive and not very responsive. Otherwise, it seems to work okay.

"The OCTAOR Periodic Table of Real Elements is a unique and visually stunning piece. The wooden base adds a touch of elegance and durability to the table, making it a great addition to any science enthusiast's collection. The RGB lighting feature is a fantastic addition, allowing you to customize the table's appearance and create a captivating visual display. The inclusion of a magnifying glass is a thoughtful touch, as it allows for closer examination of the elements and enhances the educational value of the table. The use of real elements adds authenticity and further enriches the experience of exploring the periodic table. The craftsmanship of the table is impressive, with clear and detailed markings for each element. Overall, the OCTAOR Periodic Table of Real Elements is both aesthetically pleasing and educational, making it a fantastic choice for anyone interested in chemistry or science."

This is the 8" one and the print is still way to small to read. The elements don't appear to be real either.

Usability? Is a nice product, however I found that even the large size is just too small.

I have a wall poster of the Periodic Table just because I find it really interesting and nice looking as well. But this - this is so cool! I just wish it was bigger. I mean, I understand why it is small as it fits nicely on a desk or displayed on a shelf, but the elements themselves are the stars of this table and it would be so neat to really study the element! Of course those that pose a radiation threat are not included...that would be odd to find a bit of thorium inside this standing table! It is noted on the table, but a piece of it isn't present which is a good thing! Still, I love that it can light up so it is easy to see the table and the elements inside this very unique piece. Lovely!

I helped make the Periodic Table Table that won an Ignoble Prize, with Theo Gray. We ended up making periodic table installations. Scandium was a late addition, after much research we found there were only two suppliers, one in China... and the other a lab in our tiny town. We became good friends.This is a lovely display set, all the elements behind an inch of lucite. The lighting base is fairly shoddy, but the lucite block is very well made.However... there's no explanation included. The gasses are all bubbly areas. Is there real xenon in the xenon bubbles? What are the Fluorine and Chlorine samples? Teflon and salt? What is the Mercury sample? Is the beryllium sample Beryllium copper (2% Be)? A single page of details would have made this more interesting and valuable.Recommended, but I'd look for a slightly better one that came with an explanatory page.