By: Tausha and Kenzie

Noble Gases

Is the general name for the elements found

in group 18 of the periodic table.

The elements in group 18 have very or no reactivity because their molecular structure shows the outside energy level of electrons to be full.

Krypton

Does NOT kill superman

Krypton can be used in small bright flashlight bulbs or lights on an airport runway

It is the standard measure of a meter

Helium

This element when inhaled tightens

vocal cords (ex. This is why your

voice changes when sucking air

from helium balloons)

Video

Helium is mixed with oxygen in scuba diving tanks because it is less soluble in divers blood than nitrogen

When Neon is used in electric lights in combination with colored bulbs it creates a rainbow of glowing light bulbs

These lights are

common in Vegas

Argon

This gas has been used in common white light bulbs. It lengthens the life of the filament.

Xeon

Used in CAT scanners

Radon

This gas is a

health hazard

in homes It is a carcinogen

Hydrogen

Highly explosive at high temperatures

*99% of universe is made of this

*May become the future fuel for automobiles*May be the fuel for cold fusion*May have been the cause for Hindenburg to crash