Argon

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CAS No 7440-37-1

Definition
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Argon belongs to the group of noble gases and occurs in the air and in natural gases. The substance is soluble in water.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 938)

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In the food industry, argon is used to slow down the oxygen-related decomposition processes of food.

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Incoming links (2)

E 938; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (1)

Food additives, various additives (e-numbers 500 - 949);

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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