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  • Naturally Occurring Elements: A Comprehensive Overview
    There are 94 naturally occurring elements on Earth.

    These elements are found in the Earth's crust, atmosphere, and oceans. They range from the lightest element, hydrogen, to the heaviest naturally occurring element, uranium.

    It's important to note that:

    * Transuranic elements (elements heavier than uranium) are not found naturally on Earth. They are created artificially in nuclear reactors or particle accelerators.

    * The abundance of naturally occurring elements varies greatly. For example, oxygen is the most abundant element in the Earth's crust, while helium is very rare.

    * The definition of "naturally occurring" can be debated. Some elements, such as technetium and promethium, are technically naturally occurring but are present in extremely small amounts due to radioactive decay.

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