| Agent Name |
Krypton |
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| CAS Number |
7439-90-9 |
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| Formula |
Kr |
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| Major Category |
Other Classes |
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| Synonyms |
Krypton, compressed [UN1056] [Nonflammable gas]; Krypton, refrigerated liquid (cryogenic liquid) [UN1970]; [Nonflammable gas]; [ChemIDplus] |
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| Category |
Elements, Nonmetallic |
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| Description |
Colorless and odorless gas; [CAMEO] |
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| Sources/Uses |
"A noble gas that is found in the atmosphere. It has the atomic symbol Kr, atomic number 36, atomic weight 83.80, and has been used in electric bulbs." [ChemIDplus] |
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| Comments |
Contact with liquefied gas may cause frostbite. [CAMEO] Can displace oxygen in a confined space and cause simple asphyxia; [ICSC] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Explanatory Notes |
ERG is for "Krypton, refrigerated liquid (cryogenic liquid)"; |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Other Poison |
Simple Asphyxiant |
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