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Uses of helium: balloons, lasers, protective atmosphere, welding, leak detection, MRI, filling gas in nuclear fuels, physics experiments, etc.
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What is helium and What is its use for?
its the 2nd element on the periodic table and it makes things lighter, such as helium balloons, which float as helium is lighter than air
Why is it safer to use helium instead of hydrogen?
Helium is inert whereas hydrogen is flammable and under some conditions explosive
Do aliens have helium?
So far, we can't be sure that aliens exist. If they are technologically advanced, they have probably found some use for helium.
What is a common use for helium?
helium balloons
What element is used to freeze things?
Oxygen (I) Hydrogen and Helium are elements that are used to freeze things. Liquid helium is used to get things extremely cold.
What can i use instead of helium?
You can use air but it won't float so I would recommend helium. If you suck in helium, it will make your voice sound weird.... Try it!!
Why did the zeppelin company use hydrogen gas when helium gas would worked as well and been much safer?
During the time of the zeppelines, the US had more or less monopoly on Helium, and imposed an embargo on Germany on many things, one being Helium. The Hindenburg was designed for Helium, but had to turn to Hydrogen.
What those helium do to make things fly?
Helium is lighter than air, hence it will rise up in air, making things fly.
Can we use helium as Fire extinguisher?
No, helium is not used in fire extinguishers. We find carbon dioxide (CO2) in some extinguishers, but not helium.
Why you use he in helium neon laser?
helium is used for excitation of neon atoms in helium neon laser..
What are some interesting things about helium?
I don't know if you would call this interesting. It takes up7% of the worlds natural air.
What are fun things to Inhale?
One thing would be good ol' helium! Inhaling helium makes your voice sound funny. However, there aren't many other things legal or safe to inhale, so DON'T! It is a violation of Federal law to use any chemical or paint in any way inconsistent with its labelling. (not to mention it could do some serious damage to your lungs and body)
