Scientific Stubbornness

The transcript discusses a conversation about quasi crystals and their stability, involving a meeting with petrologist Lincoln Hollister. The discussion revolves around the possibility of a material composed of aluminum, copper, and iron existing naturally. The petrologist initially deems it impossible due to aluminum's affinity for oxygen. However, he suggests that under highly reducing conditions deep within the Earth, such a material might form. The concept of super plumes is introduced as a potential mechanism for bringing the material to the surface, indicating that while unlikely, the scenario is intriguing.

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