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Ne
Neon
Atomic Z: 10 · Mass A: 20
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Ne
Neon
Z = 10
Mass A = 20 u · Noble Gas
Protons (p⁺)
10 Neutrons (n⁰)
10 Electrons (e⁻)
10 Orbit Velocity1.0x
Orbit Rings
Nucleus Glow
Select Element (29)
Scientific Summary
Chemically inert noble gas with a complete octet in its outer shell. Emits a reddish-orange glow in discharge tubes.
Did You Know?
Pure neon gas glows reddish-orange in high-voltage plasma signs!
Practical Applications
Neon Signage
Gas Lasers
Cryogenic Refrigerant
High-Voltage Indicators
Discovered By: William Ramsay & Morris TraversYear: 1898