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Yes, the proof is in the pudding. Anyone can reorganize the elements into whatever table they want, date of discover, alphabetical, whatever. The important thing as you mentioned is whether or not a particular layout is useful. With Howard's table i don't know one way or another. I haven't found an explanation.