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LI TERNARY.
C. E. Chemistry.
C. E. Chemistry consists of a section of nineteen elements
found only at the A. and M. College of Texas. Below they
will be described, their atomic weights being determined by
analysis as found in Prof. Tilson’s grade book. The weights
are estimated on a base of Faust the lightest of all known
elements and hence its atomic weight is one.
Barclay—Atomic weight undetermined. This element
is generally found in the free state and exhibits little ten
dency to enter into combination ; however, it is rapidly dis
sipated on coming in contact with the Tilsonian atmosphere.
Barclay is one of the most useful elements, helping to dilute