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

Every atom has an atomic number, even Neon. 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 Neon (That most people don't know).

Neon Overview

Atomic Number

10

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

Ne (Neon)

Description

Colorless, odorless, tasteless inert gas. Fourth most abundant element in the universe and fifth most abundant in the earth's atmosphere (18.18 ppm).

State at 20 °C

gas

Sources

Obtained from production of liquid air as a byproduct of producing liquid oxygen and nitrogen.

Uses

Primarily for lighting.

Discovery

Discovered By: Sir William Ramsey, M.W. Travers

Year: 1898

Location: England

Name Origin

Greek: neos (new).

Atomic Mass

20,1797

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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