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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
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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