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Helium is a chemical element with the symbol He and atomic number 2. It is a highly non-reactive, odorless gas at standard conditions. Outsider metabolism is based on superfluid helium.[1] Liquid helium is also used as a coolant in superconductors.[2]

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  1. Ringworld, VI - Christmas Ribbon
  2. Ringworld, XXI - The Girl From Beyond The Edge
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