Helio (en. Helium)

/ˈe.ljo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Noble gas, colorless and odorless, which is the second lightest element in the universe and is found in large quantities in the sun.

Helium is used in balloons because it is lighter than air.

El helio se utiliza en globos porque es más ligero que el aire.

It is used in cryogenic applications, detection, and in the semiconductor industry.

Helium is vital for cooling some magnets in scientific research.

El helio es vital para enfriar algunos imanes en la investigación científica.

Element produced in nuclear reactions and in the sun's fusion process.

Helium production in the sun is a result of nuclear fusion.

La producción de helio en el sol es un resultado de la fusión nuclear.

From the Greek 'helios', meaning sun.

liquid helium

Liquid state of helium used in cryogenic applications.

helio líquido

helium balloon

Balloon filled with helium, which floats due to the gas's low density.

globo de helio

magnetic resonance with helium

Use of helium in magnetic resonance to cool magnets.

resonancia magnética con helio

hydrogen

Chemical element with the symbol H, it is the lightest of all.

hidrógeno

fusion

Process in which two atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier one, releasing energy.

fusión

nebula

Cloud of gas and dust in space where a star can form.

nebulosa

The use of helium to make the voice higher-pitched.

Speaking with helium makes your voice sound funny.

Hablar con helio hace que tu voz suene graciosa.

Carefree or cheerful person, similar to floating like a helium balloon.

That girl is always so helium, she never worries about anything.

Esa chica siempre es tan helio, nunca se preocupa por nada.