This document discusses the classification and periodic trends of chemical elements. It begins by outlining early classification systems developed by Dobereiner, Newlands, Meyer and Mendeleev that organized elements by their increasing atomic masses and recognized periodic trends in their properties. Mendeleev organized the elements into the first periodic table. Later, Moseley determined that atomic number, not atomic mass, was fundamental in organizing elements. This led to the modern periodic table arranged by increasing atomic number. The document then discusses the organization and features of the long form periodic table, including grouping elements by their electronic configurations and periodic trends in physical and chemical properties.