Argon+ Victor


 * Element Name**: Argon


 * Element Symbo**l: Ar


 * Atomic Mass**: 40[[image:argon.png width="216" height="285" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number**: 18


 * Protons**: 18


 * Electrons**: 0


 * Discovery**: It was discovered by Sir William Ramsey in 1894.


 * How it was named**: Argon was named after the Greek name Argos which means inactive.


 * State of Matter**: It is a gas obtained from the air and is colorless.


 * Melting Point ° C**: -189.3°C


 * Boiling Point °C**: -186°C


 * Three Characteristics**:
 * Argon is not explosive it is an inert gas meaning has no power of action, motion, or resistance
 * Argon is colorless and comes from the air
 * Argon is odorless and tasteless


 * Uses**: Argon is used in electric lights, florescent lights, photo tubes, glow tubes, and lasers


 * Interesting facts**:
 * When argon is heated in a microwave it's like a laser show in your house
 * makes a good atmosphere

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