krypton
/ˈkrɪptɑn/
noun
- A colorless, odorless gas that is one of the chemical elements. It is used in some types of lights and lasers.
- Krypton is often used in high-performance flashlights for photography.
- Scientists study krypton to learn more about the properties of noble gases.
- The sign glowed with a pale blue light because it was filled with krypton gas.
- The fictional home planet of Superman in comics and movies.
- In the movie, Krypton is shown as a highly advanced but doomed civilization.
- Fans of Superman know that Krypton was destroyed shortly after his escape.
- Superman was sent to Earth from the planet Krypton as a baby.