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Why is helium used in airships rather thaan the other nobles gases​

Why is helium used in airships rather thaan the other nobles gases​-example-1
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It is less dense than air so it will help the airship float, and it is not flammable so the airship is less likely to catch on fire. None of the other noble gases have similar or better reasons.

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