Will you blow my mind with a simple factoid?

Of course. I thought everyone knew that.

Not common knowledge.  Most people are under the impression gold is 100% noble element.

I've had this argument with many.

I was being facetious. But only folks like us would care.

Noble gases can be made to react under certain conditions - even helium. Extreme pressure and temperature close to absolute zero is required for He to form clathrates.

I know.

That's too bad.  I like most things that are noble.
 Still.... I really, really, like gold.... noble or not! :) :)

Magnesium will burn in carbon dioxide. I used to do this demo.

yes, but oxygen is present in that reaction.  The CO2 is giving up its oxygen and acting as an oxidizer.  You know this man.

I know I know that. I can't figure out why I wrote it. Here is another one. I never did this one.

I wish I would have had you as a science teacher.  You must have been really good and made science fun. 
I wonder if you inspired any of your kids enough to continue a career in science?  You'd be surprised as to what a difference you make on an individual without even knowing it.  I mean this in the truest and good sense. ;) ;)

WOW!!  
I didn't know that!!
Thanks Gris-gris McMuffin :) :)

Really?  ...  I read this two times to make sure I read it correctly the first time.
I have always had a curious intrigue  for these peculiar creatures.  I was under the impression they were "smart."
Actually, now that I think about it, he is. 
She wouldn't be able to spread any rumors.  If she wasn't satisified, it wasn't his fault.
Smart! Smart Indeed. 

Wow - that's really interesting, revolting but quite useful to know. Thank you! :)

Just Mother Nature doing her job.

Yep,
but I never cease to be amazed and delighted when I hear new details. :)