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18
Ar
39.948

Argon

Noble gases · Group 18 · Period 3

Atomic properties

Atomic number18
SymbolAr
Standard atomic weight39.948
ClassificationNoble gases
Group18
Period3
Blockp-block
Electron configuration[Ne] 3s2 3p6
Electronegativity (Pauling)
Common oxidation states0

Physical properties

Phase at 20 °CGas
Density0.001784 g/cm³
Melting point-189.34 °C
Boiling point-185.85 °C
Discovered1894
CAS number