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72. Hafnium: The Isomer Bomb

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December 14, 2020

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The science suggests hafnium can’t be used to create a gamma ray bomb, but that won’t stop the U.S. government from trying.

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71. Lutetium: Swampland Centaurs

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November 16, 2020

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Let us ensure we remember the lanthanide series before we leave it behind once and for all.

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70. Ytterbium: White Gold

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November 2, 2020

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When Johann Bottger failed to turn lead into gold, porcelain made a pretty good consolation prize.

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69. Thulium: Out Of The Way

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October 19, 2020

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We’ll go to the land of the ice and snow… and figure out exactly where that is, too.

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