Kryptonite

[Marlin]

Kryptonite is the fictional element that was Supermans bane. Fans (nerds) linked this fictional element to a real one. Which element was this. (Humor me, the answer is unique in itself).

[Preciousblue1965]

Would it be periodic element number 36 Krypton?

[Marlin]

Would it be periodic element number 36 Krypton?

No it is a higher atomic number.

[Llama]

Unbihexium atomic number 126

[Marlin]

Jadarite - sodium lithium boron silicate hydroxide - discovered on Earth in Serbia

it's not an element,...

I am looking for an element.

[Preciousblue1965]

Ok how about.......


UNOBTANIUM 237

[Marlin]

Unbihexium atomic number 126

Excellent this did not take as long as I expected. Atomic number 126, known formally as unbihexium, is the proposed atomic number of Kryptonite. This element is a favorite of the nuclear physicist/Superman fanboy geek subset—a bigger demographic than you would expect—because unbihexium is the heaviest theoretical double-magic transuranic on the nuclear island of stability.

Physicist Glenn Seaborg, one of a select few to have an element named in his honor during his lifetime—seaborgium, atomic number 106—first proposed the so-called island of stability on the upper fringes of the periodic table. The island is a range of superheavy elements that, despite their three-figure atomic numbers, would prove comparatively stable, with theoretical half-lives measuring longer than a few seconds.

The idea behind the island is that the atomic nucleus' organization occurs by shells, just like electron levels. Each shell could accommodate a certain number of protons or neutrons, and a "complete" shell would produce a stable element.

As atomic numbers get larger, each subsequent outer shell requires more protons or neutrons to be complete, so heavier stable elements are rare. The island of stability theory holds that certain "magic numbers" of protons or neutrons would produce stable shells: 114, 120, or 126 protons, and 184 neutrons.

Therefore, the isotope unbihexium-310 (126 protons and 184 neutrons) would be "double magic." As the heaviest theoretically stable atomic isotope, unbihexium is a favorite of science-fiction writers—and the most often-cited candidate for a true-life Kryptonite.

[Llama]

Do you think I might get an RAI if I included it in the suite of nuclides-of-concern    

[Preciousblue1965]

Excellent this did not take as long as I expected. Atomic number 126, known formally as unbihexium, is the proposed atomic number of Kryptonite. This element is a favorite of the nuclear physicist/Superman fanboy geek subset—a bigger demographic than you would expect—because unbihexium is the heaviest theoretical double-magic transuranic on the nuclear island of stability.

Physicist Glenn Seaborg, one of a select few to have an element named in his honor during his lifetime—seaborgium, atomic number 106—first proposed the so-called island of stability on the upper fringes of the periodic table. The island is a range of superheavy elements that, despite their three-figure atomic numbers, would prove comparatively stable, with theoretical half-lives measuring longer than a few seconds.

The idea behind the island is that the atomic nucleus' organization occurs by shells, just like electron levels. Each shell could accommodate a certain number of protons or neutrons, and a "complete" shell would produce a stable element.

As atomic numbers get larger, each subsequent outer shell requires more protons or neutrons to be complete, so heavier stable elements are rare. The island of stability theory holds that certain "magic numbers" of protons or neutrons would produce stable shells: 114, 120, or 126 protons, and 184 neutrons.

Therefore, the isotope unbihexium-310 (126 protons and 184 neutrons) would be "double magic." As the heaviest theoretically stable atomic isotope, unbihexium is a favorite of science-fiction writers—and the most often-cited candidate for a true-life Kryptonite.

Marlin, after reading all of that, I want to tell you something because I care about your health.  

"There are plenty of decaffinated brands on the market that are just as tasty as the regular stuff."(10 pts if you can name that movie).

But seriously, WHERE do you come up with this stuff and why are you actually able to find people that can answer it?

[Llama]

However, if it were included in the initial suite I would have to evaluate the compliance with the dose criteria and, since it is not in DandD I guess I would have to break out Federal Guidance Reports 11 and 12 and compare the weighted DCFs to the sum of DCFs. 

[Marlin]

Marlin, after reading all of that, I want to tell you something because I care about your health.  

Got Coffee 

"There are plenty of decaffinated brands on the market that are just as tasty as the regular stuff."(10 pts if you can name that movie).

Real Genius...Kris Knight

But seriously, WHERE do you come up with this stuff and why are you actually able to find people that can answer it?

99% Persperation and 1% inspiration. ( that's another look up for you )

[RAD-GHOST]

But seriously, WHERE do you come up with this stuff and why are you actually able to find people that can answer it?

Actually these abilities are only obtainable via an extensive education background, relavent life experiences and the amplified wisdom of a true seasoned proffessional! 

In other words, "A bunch of old guys sitting in front of a computer"!

marssim, took you to K-2000, now your famous!

Have a Great day.............RG          

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99% Persperation and 1% inspiration. ( that's another look up for you )

   ...Edison...

   ..."humility is not a trait that instills confidence in those seeking competence"...