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Study suggests helium plays ‘nanny’ role in forming stable chemical compounds

Helium, the second-lightest element in the universe, has a variety of uses, from keeping balloons afloat to cooling superconducting magnets. It is also a noble gas — so labeled because it was long ...
Nature

Highly reactive form of magnesium stabilized by bulky ligands

Magnesium atoms typically lose two electrons to form chemical compounds. A reactive complex has finally been made in which magnesium keeps all of its electrons, and which can be thought of as a ...
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Up, up and away: USU chemists say 'yes,' helium can form compounds

LOGAN, UTAH, USA - Can helium bond with other elements to form a stable compound? Students attentive to Utah State University professor Alex Boldyrev's introductory chemistry lectures would ...
Medicine Buffalo

Study suggests helium plays a “nanny” role in forming stable chemical compounds under high pressure

NORTHRIDGE, Calif. and BUFFALO, N.Y. — Helium, the second lightest element in the universe, has a variety of uses, from keeping balloons afloat to cooling superconducting magnets. It is also a noble ...