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Definition of Krypton

1. Noun. A colorless element that is one of the six inert gasses; occurs in trace amounts in air.

Definition of Krypton

1. n. An inert gaseous element of the argon group, occurring in air to the extent of about one volume in a million. It was discovered by Ramsay and Travers in 1898. Liquefying point, -- 152° C.; symbol, Kr; atomic weight, 83.0.

Definition of Krypton

1. a gaseous element [n -S]

Medical Definition of Krypton

1. 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. Chemical name: Krypton (12 Dec 1998)

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