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The heaviest element known to science was recently
discovered by University physicists. The element, tentatively named
Administratium,
has no protons or electrons and thus has an atomic number of 0. However, it does have
one neutron, 15 assistant neutrons, 70 vice assistant neutrons, and 161 assistant vice
neutrons. This gives it an atomic mass of 247. These 247 particles are held together
in a nucleus by a force that involves the continuous exchange of meson-like particles
called morons.
Since it has no electrons, Administratium is
inert. However, it can be detected chemically as it impedes every reaction it comes in
contact with. According to the discoverers, a minute amount of Administratium
added to one reaction caused it to take over four weeks to complete. Without
Administratium, the reaction ordinarily occurred in less than one second.
Administradium has a normal half life of
approximately three years, at which time it does not actually decay but instead
undergoes a reorganization in places. Studies seem to show the atomic number actually
increasing after each reorganization.
Research indicates that Administratium occurs
naturally in the atmosphere. It tends to concentrate in certain locations such as
government agencies, large corporations and universities. It can usually be found in
the newest,best appointed and best maintained buildings.
Scientists warn that Administratium is known to be
toxic, and recommend plenty of fluids and bed rest after even low levels of exposure.
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