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Xenon is a harmless gas but it is also an anaesthetic.

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What is five common compounds that contain Xenon?

Xenon is a noble gas. I would think any compounds would be hard to make with using Xenon.


How much is xenon?

xenon would be about 120$ for 100 grams


Is xenon hazardous?

Xenon is non-reactive and so, in itself, is not harmful. However, breathing pure xenon would starve you of oxygen and so would be fatal.


How does xenon affect the human body?

Xenon is generally considered safe for human use when used in medical procedures or anesthesia. However, in high concentrations, xenon can displace oxygen in the air and cause asphyxiation. Prolonged exposure to high levels of xenon can also lead to narcotic effects and central nervous system depression.


How would the world be different without the element xenon?

Without xenon, certain types of lighting, like xenon arc lamps, would not be possible. Xenon is also used in medical imaging machines like CT scanners. Additionally, xenon is used in aerospace applications for propelling satellites and spacecraft.


How hard is xenon?

In view of the fact that Xenon is a gas, I would suggest that it is not particularly hard.


How many electrons would be filled by a neutral xenon atom?

A neutral xenon atom would have 54 electrons filled in its electron shells.


How reactive is xenon?

xenon is reactive but it is a very little reaction that will happen.


Does Silver would react to other elements in a way similar to Xenon?

No. Xenon is a noble gas, silver is not.


What would you classify Xenon as?

A noble gas.