Which explains why krypton was most likely given this name

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Chemistry

Damian Barajas

21 November, 20:58

Which explains why krypton was most likely given this name

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Gillian Wiley · Answer 1

Krypton is named after the Greek word that means "secret." Which explains why krypton was most likely given this name? Krypton is a noble gas, so it was difficult for chemists to find it, as though it was a secret.