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is used in their liquid states as ergols for the propulsion of the cryogenic stages of the Ariane rocket.

The oxygen tank of new-generation Ariane 5 launch vehicle is pressurized by a liquid helium subsystem designed and manufactured by AIR LIQUIDE.

Being dense and easily ionized and having a high propulsive capacity, xenon is the ideal gas for positioning satellites.