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Which is lighter oxygen helium or nitrogen?
Helium is the lightest of the three gases, with an atomic mass of 4 compared to 16 for oxygen and 14 for nitrogen.
Why does helium float?
Helium molecules are lighter than most air molecules in the atmosphere (mostly nitrogen and oxygen) therefore they are prone to rise while heavier molecules move downward.
Why does a helium balloon deflate in the fridge?
The air molecules slow down and it deflates.
Where are the particles of helium farthest apart in a tank or in a balloon?
The particles of helium are farthest apart in a balloon.
How does density of helium compare to density of oxygen and nitrogen?
Helium is lighter (less dense) than oxygen & nitrogen.
Does helium have smaller particles than nitrogen or oxygen?
Helium has smaller particles than nitrogen or oxygen. Helium atoms are smaller in size, as they have fewer protons and neutrons in their nucleus compared to nitrogen or oxygen atoms. This smaller size allows helium atoms to move more freely and escape into the atmosphere, which is why helium is a lighter gas.
What are some natural of particles in the atmosphere?
oxygen,helium,carbon dioxide,nitrogen
What molecules make up nitrogen?
nitrogen is an atom, it isn't made up of atoms, though all elements are made up of hydrogen and helium
Why is there nitrogen in helium?
Um... because the helium was insufficiently purified? There is no nitrogen in pure helium.
How does the rate of effusion of sulfur dioxdeSO2 compare to that of heluim (He)?
The rate of effusion of helium (He) is typically faster than that of sulfur dioxide (SO2) because helium has a lower molar mass, which makes its gas particles move faster on average. This means that helium molecules can escape through a small opening more rapidly than sulfur dioxide molecules.
What is the chemical formulas for helium and nitrogen?
The chemical formula for helium is He, while the chemical formula for nitrogen is N₂.
Is nitrogen and helium a hot gas?
yes helium and nitrogen are hot gases
What would happen if you poured liquid helium into liquid nitrogen?
If you pour liquid helium into liquid nitrogen, the helium will not mix with the nitrogen and will instead form separate layers. Helium is lighter than nitrogen and has a lower boiling point, so the helium will tend to float on top of the nitrogen.
What is heavier nitrogen or helium?
Nitrogen is the heavier gas (mass of 28) compared to helium (mass of 4).
What has a higher velocity helium or oxygen?
At the same temperature and prssure in a gas the helium atoms will on average move faster than the O2 molecules.
What are the differences between the properties of nitrogen and helium?
Nitrogen and helium have different properties. Nitrogen is a gas at room temperature, while helium is a gas at very low temperatures. Nitrogen is a common element in the Earth's atmosphere, while helium is much rarer. Nitrogen is essential for life, while helium is mostly used for balloons and as a coolant in certain applications.
Which one has fewer protons Nitrogen or Helium?
The periodic table is a good reference - check out the atomic number ! Helium - 2 protons, Nitrogen - 7 protons
