Elements known by their ancient names (or variations): Carbon; Copper; Gold; Iron; Lead; Silicon; Silver; Sulfur; Tin; Zinc . Elements named after other elements ... http://www.angelo.edu/faculty/kboudrea/periodic/hist_names.htm
The transition elements or transition metals occupy the short columns in the center of the periodic table, between Group 2A and Group 3A. http://www.angelo.edu/faculty/kboudrea/periodic/trans_transition.htm
