18 Ar Argon 39.948 u

Argon

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Period
3
Group
18
Block
p-block
Phase (STP)
Gas

Argon is the third most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere at 0.93%. It is used as an inert shielding gas in welding and lighting.

Appearance: Colorless gas

Physical Properties

Atomic Mass 39.948 u
Density 0.0017837 g/cm³
Melting Point -189.3 °C
Boiling Point -185.8 °C
Phase at STP Gas
Atomic Radius 71.0 pm

Electronic Properties

Ionization Energy 1520.6 eV
Valence Electrons 8

Electron Configuration

Configuration [Ne] 3s² 3p⁶

Electron Shell Configuration

Argon electron shell configuration Ar 2e⁻ 8e⁻ 8e⁻

Position in Periodic Table

Argon position in the periodic table Ar

Discovery

Discovered by: Lord Rayleigh
Year: 1894

Periodic Table

Lanthanides Actinides

More Noble Gas

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Argon?
Argon (Ar) is a chemical element with atomic number 18. It is a gas at standard temperature and pressure, classified as a noble gas.
What are the key properties of Argon?
Argon has an atomic mass of 39.948 u, density of 0.0017837 g/cm³, melting point of -189.3°C, boiling point of -185.8°C.
What is the electron configuration of Argon?
The electron configuration of Argon is [Ne] 3s2 3p6. It is in the p-block of the periodic table.
Who discovered Argon?
Argon was discovered by Lord Rayleigh in 1894.