Atomic Number of Argon (+ facts: Uses, Color and more...) 2022

Every atom has an atomic number, even Argon. But what is an "Atomic Number"?

The atomic number of a chemical element is the number of protons found in the nucleus of the atom of that element.

Ok so I'll take you through some interesting facts and data about Argon (That most people don't know).

Argon Overview

Atomic Number

18

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Atomic Symbol

Ar (Argon)

Description

Colorless, odorless, tasteless noble gas. It is the third most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere and makes up about 1%.

State at 20 °C

Gas

Sources

Continuously released into the air by decay of radioactive potassium-40. Pure form is obtained from fractional distillation of liquid air.

Uses

Used in lighting products. It is often used in filling incandescent light bulbs. Some is mixed with krypton in fluorescent lamps. Crystals in the semiconductor industry are grown in argon atmospheres.

Discovery

Discovered By: Sir William Ramsey, Baron Rayleigh

Year: 1894

Location: Scotland

Name Origin

Greek: argos (inactive).

Atomic Mass

39,948

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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