Seed Equation: Phenomenological Convergence of Golden Ratio and Relativistic Nuclear Stability Predictions

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Authors: andrei ursachi
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Abstract

We report a phenomenological observation where the Lucas sequence (derived from the golden ratio φ) approximates nuclear magic numbers. From the algebraic identity φ⁴ + φ⁻⁴ = 7 (Lucas number L₄), we derive a prediction for the next superheavy magic number at N = 199 (L₁₁). This prediction contradicts the Standard Shell Model (N = 184) but converges within exactly 1 neutron of Relativistic Continuum Hartree-Bogoliubov (RCHB) calculations (N = 198). Multiple independent RCHB studies explicitly predict N = 198 as a neutron magic number (Zhang 2005, Patra 2025, Saxena 2020). Statistical analysis confirms this convergence is significant (p = 0.02). The N = 199 prediction constitutes a falsifiable test, experimentally accessible within 20-30 years.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Mathematical Theories and Applications Quantum Mechanics and Non-Hermitian Physics Advanced Combinatorial Mathematics

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
9 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint