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Atomic Profile
Neon (Ne)
Discover properties, shell configurations, industrial applications, compounds, and historical occurrences of the Neon element.
10Ne20.18
Physical Properties
Melting Point-248.59 °C
Boiling Point-246.06 °C
Density0.9002 g/L
Electronegativityno data
Group / PeriodGroup 18, Period 2
Electronic Config[He] 2s² 2p⁶
Bohr Shells2, 8
Bohr Electron Model
Visualizing the concentric Bohr orbits and energy level shells for Neon.
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Shell 1: 2e⁻ | Shell 2: 8e⁻
Origin & Abundance
Discovery Details
Discovered by Morris Travers & William Ramsay in the year 1898.
Natural Occurrence
Rare on Earth. Obtains a minor percentage of dry atmospheric air (0.0018%).
Common Uses & Applications
- Glow advertising neon signs
- Helium-neon gas lasers
- High-voltage indicators
- Cryogenic refrigerant
Common Chemical Compounds
Below are typical molecular compounds formed by Neon interacting with other elements:
None (Extremely stable noble gas)
Element Concept Check
Neon glows with which characteristic color when excited in a discharge tube?
Video Lectures & Fact Files
Watch educational lectures detailing the chemical extraction and molecular spectrums of Neon.
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