helium
IPA: hˈiɫiʌm
noun
- (uncountable) The second lightest chemical element (symbol He) with an atomic number of 2 and atomic weight of 4.002602, a colorless, odorless and inert noble gas.
- (countable) A form or sample of the element.
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Examples of "helium" in Sentences
- The lift gas used for the balloon was helium.
- The heat passes from the air into the helium.
- Electron repulsion from the surface of helium.
- The aerodynamic uplift is greater than the helium uplift.
- Helium was first detected by analyzing the spectrum of the Sun.
- The closer of the gauges shows the helium flowing to the balloon.
- He discovered the occurrence of helium in the Earth's atmosphere.
- If the part is leaky, helium will be able to penetrate the device.
- Helium takes a commission but passes the majority of the fee to the writer.
- The helium is brought to the surface as a byproduct of natural gas production.
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