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Inert gas
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inert gas
a group of non-reactive gases that typically exhibit low chemical reactivity due to their stable electron configurations
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The packaging of sensitive electronic components often includes inert gases to prevent oxidation and degradation.
Laboratories use inert gases like nitrogen to create an oxygen-free environment for certain chemical reactions.
Deep-sea divers breathe a mixture of oxygen and inert gases like helium to prevent nitrogen narcosis at great depths.
Inert gases such as neon are used in neon signs to produce characteristic bright colors when electrically charged.
Inert gases like helium and argon are commonly used in welding to shield the molten metal from reacting with oxygen in the air.
