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	Podcast:		Short Wave
	Episode:		The Mind-Bending Ascent Of Helium — And Why It's Running Low
	Category:		Science & Medicine
	Duration:		00:13:04
	Publish Date:		2019-11-08 09:00:00
	Description:		Helium is the second-most common element in the cosmos, but it's far rarer on planet Earth. As part of our celebration of the periodic table's 150th birthday, reporter Geoff Brumfiel shares a brief history of helium's ascent, to become a crucial part of rocket ships, MRI machines, and birthday parties. Follow host Maddie Sofia on Twitter @maddie_sofia. Email the show at shortwave@npr.org.
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