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Key Stage 2
Meaning
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Helium is a Noble Gas with 2 protons in the nucleus.
About Helium
- Helium has the chemical formula He.
- Helium is inert.
- Helium is a gas at room temperature.
- Helium gas is less dense than air.
- An atom of Helium has two electrons in its outer shell.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Helium is a Noble Gas with 2 protons in the nucleus.
About Helium
- Helium has the chemical formula He.
- Helium is inert.
- Helium is a gas at standard temperature and pressure.
- Helium gas is less dense than air.
- An atom of Helium has two electrons in its outer shell.
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