Neon (Ne): Fun Facts and Information About the Element

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Fun Facts about Neon

What is the symbol? Ne
What is the atomic number? 10
What is the atomic weight? 20.1797
What is the melting point in Celsius? -249
What is the boiling point in Celsius? -246
What is the density (g/cm3) 0.9
What year was it discovered? 1898
Who discovered the element? “Sir William Ramsay and Morris M. Travers”
What group is the element in? 18
What is the electron configuration? [He] 2s2 2p6
What is the ionization energy? 21.5645
What element category is it in? Noble gases

Where is Neon Found?

Neon is a rare gaseous element present in the atmosphere to the extent of 1 part in 65,000 of air. It is obtained by liquefaction of air and separated from the other gases by fractional distillation.

What is Neon Used For?

Although neon advertising signs account for the bulk of its use, neon also functions in high-voltage indicators, lightning arrestors, wave meter tubes, and TV tubes. Neon and helium are used in making gas lasers. Liquid neon is now commercially available and is finding important application as an economical cryogenic refrigerant.

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