krypton

krypton definition - medical

kryp·ton (krĭpˈtŏnˌ)

noun Symbol Kr
A largely inert gaseous element used in gas fluorescent lamps, whose artificial radioisotope is used in diagnostic imaging. Atomic number 36.

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