The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
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Given the whimsical and scientific nature of the article, here are some
potential titles: "Kael: The Three-State Mineral That Sings
Opera" This title captures both the unique physical properties of
the mineral and its bizarre behavior, while maintaining a tone that
matches the article's humorous-yet-scientific style.
KAEL
*Kael* is a rare mineral found primarily in the swamps of
Squornshellous Zeta. Known for its peculiar property of being
simultaneously solid, liquid, and gaseous at room temperature, kael
has puzzled xenomineralogists across the Galaxy for centuries.
The indigenous Mattresses of Squornshellous Zeta use kael in their
traditional coming-of-age ceremonies, during which young Mattresses
must attempt to flollop through a kael deposit without becoming either
too wet or too dusty - a feat that is, quite naturally, impossible.
The mineral gained brief notoriety when a Grebulonian mining
corporation attempted to harvest it for use in their quantum-phased
breakfast cereal production line. The project was abandoned after
several workers reported that the kael had begun singing Santraginus V
opera in three-part harmony.
Scientists recommend avoiding direct contact with kael unless you enjoy
having your molecular structure rearranged into something "more
aesthetically pleasing" according to obscure mathematical
principles.
*See also: Impossible Minerals, Things That Should Not Be, and Why
Mining Corporations Should Really Know Better*
[Entry last updated: Galactic date 23/23/23]
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