Inert Gas (Noun)
Meaning
Any of the chemically inert gaseous elements of the helium group in the periodic table.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The inert gas used in the experiment was argon, chosen for its non-reactive properties.
- Inert gases are often used in lighting to prevent the filament from oxidizing.
- Helium is an inert gas commonly used in balloons due to its lighter-than-air properties.
- The lab technician carefully handled the sample to avoid contamination with an inert gas.
- Neon is an inert gas that glows brightly when electrically excited, making it useful for signs.