Monthly Archives: February 2014

Helium Shortage has Some Industries Feeling the Pinch

If you’re heading out to get your loved one some Valentine’s balloons, you may run into an issue of how to blow them up. There’s a national helium shortage, and it could be the next natural element to become extinct. … Continue reading

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Helium At Yellowstone National Park? ‘Way More’ Of The Ancient Element Is Escaping Than Expected

Yellowstone National Park is all gassed up. Vast stores of helium that have accumulated in the Earth’s crust for up to 2 billion years are escaping through volcanic rocks beneath the national park, a new study published in the journal … Continue reading

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Helium Shortage Goes ‘Way Beyond Birthday Balloons’

If you’ve been in the market for celebration or party balloons, you may have run into the helium shortage. Helium is being used in a wide range of industries that you may not even be aware of. From MRI’s to … Continue reading

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