answersLogoWhite

0

Is helium-3 flammable

Updated: 8/10/2023
User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago

Best Answer

No.

Helium is an inert gas. It does not react with anything. It can't burn, corrode, etc. anything. That is the main reason they fill airships and balloons with helium.

However, helium is often stored in pressurized tanks. These can explode due to the high pressure of the helium gas inside. As can heluim balloons when they pop. However, this is no more than a tank of compressed air or a normal balloon full of air when it pops.

Most likely you are thinking of hydrogren. This is an explosive gas. When contacted by a flame it combines with oxygen in the air to form water and a lot of chemical energy -- resulting in a large explosion.

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago

No. Helium is a noble gas and is therefore unreactive.

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Is helium-3 flammable
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp