Kr KRYPTON By: BhCmEdDc

About Krypton  Its symbol is Kr.  Atomic Number: 36  Atomic Weight:  Derived from the Greek word kryptos, or “hidden.”

Physical and Chemical Properties  Melting Point: Kelvin ( Celsius or Fahrenheit).  Boiling Point: Kelvin ( Celsius or Fahrenheit).  Density: g/cm cubed.  Krypton’s Atomic Structure is very stable. It has just enough electrons to fill its outer shell, so it doesn’t tend to combine with other elements.  Krypton is odorless and colorless.  Krypton is non-corrosive.  Krypton is non-flammable but it can possibly explode if combined with certain elements.  Krypton is non-toxic

The History  Discovered on May 30, 1898 by Sir William Ramsey, a Scottish chemist, and Morris M. Travers, an English chemist.  Was stumbled upon when the two were studying liquefied air.  Past uses include filling lava lamps, and neon signs.

Modern Uses  Today the same things Krypton was being used for in the past still exist as well as the modern use of flashes in photography.  Krypton-85 can be used to detect secret nuclear weapons research and facilities which may produce such weapons.  It also has medical uses in MRI technology.

Interesting Facts  The element Krypton inspired the home name and the weakness of a famous superhero……. BATMAN!!! I’m kidding it’s SUPERMAN!!! Nothing stops Batman.

Interesting Facts Cont.  Krypton lasers can produce massive pulses much larger than the U.S.’s entire electrical grid. These pulses only last four billionths of a second.  Krypton can become a solid white crystal if the conditions are correct.  It is unreactive except with fluorine.  Costs $33 per 100mg

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