| Origin of Name |
From the Greek word kryptos, meaning hidden |
| Date and Place of Discovery |
In May 1898 in England |
| Discovered by |
Sir William Ramsey and Morris W. Travers |
| Common Compounds |
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| Interesting facts |
- It is found free in nature.
- It is produced when air is purified, compressed, cooled, distilled and condensed.
- It is usually mixed with a halogen (usually fluorine) when used in lasers.
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| Common Uses |
- Lighting
- Lasers
- Laboratory research
- Medical imaging
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