Cadmium (Cd), atomic number 48, is a soft, silvery-white metal that sits in group 12 of the periodic table alongside zinc and mercury, and it shares traits with both despite being chemically distinct. Cadmium is not considered a true transition metal by many chemists because its common oxidation state does not involve partially filled d…
Things I Like: Nanaue/King Shark (DCEU)
Nanaue, better known as King Shark, was one of the best characters in James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad movie in the DCEU. I also really enjoyed that he was voiced by Sylvester Stallone. In the DCEU, he is stated to believe he descends from a shark god. I don’t think they ever explained what he…
Fun Facts and Trivia About The NBA Playoffs
The NBA playoffs are the annual postseason tournament of the NBA, designed to crown the league champion after the regular season. They date back to 1947 when the league was still the Basketball Association of America. The modern NBA playoffs currently feature 16 teams in a four-round, best-of-seven format. This structure became fully established in…
Things I Like: Vegeta (Dragon Ball Z)
Vegeta is by far one of the most popular characters in the classic anime Dragon Ball Z, and for good reason. Honestly, my opinion of Vegeta has improved every time I watch the series. He is also one of the few characters who truly undergoes major development throughout the show. He first comes to Earth…
Fun Facts and Trivia About Blue Hawaii (1961 Film)
Blue Hawaii marked a major turning point in Elvis Presley’s film career, blending music, romance, and tropical scenery into a formula that would define many of his later movies. Despite receiving mixed to negative reviews from critics, Blue Hawaii still became a box office success, finishing among the top 10 highest-grossing films of 1961 and…