Helium Gas

He gas

◾H and He are recognized as the first elements formed in the creation of the universe.

◾Atomic number 2.  According to the periodic table, it is in the first period but belongs to the 18th group, consisting of an s orbital, or an inert gas.

◾Mass index is 4.

◾It exists in nature as a colourless, odorless and non-toxic gas.

◾It is considered a light gas because of its very low mass.

◾Apart from hydrogen, it is considered to be the most abundant element in the universe.

◾He is believed to make up 24% of the mass of our Milky Way galaxy.

◾A purple color is observed in a high voltage electric field.

uses

To create air pressures

To identify leaks

As a carrier gas

To the operation of airplanes and balloons

For divers

To the metal soldering process

In the fabrication of superconductors