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Argon

Argon exists as a monoatomic gas.  If electric current is passed through argon gas, the gas gives off a blue glow.  This is how blue “neon”...

Atomic # = 18 Atomic weight = 39.948

Atomic # = 18
Atomic weight = 39.948

Argon exists as a monoatomic gas.  If electric current is passed through argon gas, the gas gives off a blue glow.  This is how blue “neon” lights are made.  Argon gas is also used in flashlights.

 

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