Why Does Everything Decay Into Lead

The video explores the historical and scientific significance of lead, its role in radioactivity, and the concept of magic numbers in nuclear physics. It explains the basics of nuclear physics, including isotopes and radioactive decay, and introduces the Valley of Stability. The video also discusses the future of magic numbers and their potential to extend the periodic table, highlighting the ongoing research in this field.

Discuss the concept of decay chains and their significance in nuclear physics.

What is the relationship between the number of protons and neutrons in an isotope?

How do scientists test the predictions of magic numbers?

What are the implications of the hypothetical island of stability in nuclear physics?