6 Questions
Why is liquid helium used as a cryogenic agent for conducting experiments at low temperatures?
To reach extremely low temperatures
What is the major use of helium in gas-cooled nuclear reactors?
To provide an inert atmosphere
Why is neon used in discharge tubes and fluorescent bulbs for advertisement display purposes?
To create bright colors
In what way does the low solubility of helium in blood contribute to its use in modern diving apparatus?
It avoids bubble formation in blood
What is the primary reason for using argon in high-temperature metallurgical processes like arc welding?
To provide an inert atmosphere
What distinguishes the uses of Xenon and Krypton from other noble gases mentioned?
Specialized light bulb applications
Learn about the various uses of helium gas in different applications such as filling balloons for meteorological observations, gas-cooled nuclear reactors, cryogenic experiments, and superconducting magnets for NMR spectrometers and MRI systems.
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