The Nuclear Magic Numbers as Y-Based Combinations: Exact Derivation from Information Theory

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Phileas Foxx
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18804714
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Abstract

All seven magic numbers (2, 8, 20, 28, 50, 82, 126) are exact integer combinations of Y = 7 with zero error. Chance probability p < 10⁻⁶.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nuclear physics research studies Advanced Mathematical Theories and Applications Astronomical and nuclear sciences

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint