Atomic Number 2 (+ facts: Sources, Uses, Color and more...) 2022

All atoms have an atomic number. But what is the chemical element that has 2 as atomic number?

The answer is Helium and there is so much cool stuff about Helium that people don't know that I would keep reading if I were you.

Alright now to the facts!

Helium Overview

Atomic Number

2

Learn more about the atomic number.

Description

Light, odorless, colorless, tasteless inert gas. Second most abundant element in the universe. Sixth most abundant in the earth's atmosphere.

Atomic Symbol

He (Helium)

Discovery

Discovered By: Sir William Ramsey, Nils Langet, P.T.Cleve

Year: 1895

Location: Scotland/Sweden

State at 20 °C

gas

Sources

Found in natural gas deposits & in the air (5 parts per billion) Constantly lost to space; replenished by radioactive decay (alpha particles).

Uses

Used in balloons, deep sea diving & welding. Also used in very low temperature research.

Atomic Mass

4,002602

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Name Origin

Greek: hêlios (sun).

Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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