Question

Several years ago, a group of scientists discovered evidence for a new element not found on the periodic table. Most
scientists did not accept the discovery at that time. Since then, other scientists have seen evidence of the new element.
Which statement best describes the results of this delay in scientific knowledge?

It is beneficial because it gives credit to more experienced scientists for the discovery.

It is beneficial because it provides stronger support for the evidence related to the discovery

It is not beneficial because it delays the process of celebrating the new discovery

It is not beneficial because it removes recognition from those who originally made the discovery.

Answer 1

It is beneficial because it provides stronger support for the evidence related to the discovery

Answer: The correct answer is the second option that is given with shows it is beneficial.

Explanation:

The discovery of an element whose properties are known from before would make it easier for the scientists to know the properties of elements and its uses after the discovery of element.

Since the elements’ properties are already known as element that possesses these properties and will look forward to find that and once the element is found the element can be named and can be used directly, since its uses are already known.