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- Definition of Ne
Ne, also known as Neon in English, is an atomic mass belonging to the main subgroup of Group 18 in the periodic table, with an atomic mass of 20. The molecular structure of Ne consists of a single Ne atom, meaning it is a non-molecular chemical element. Neon does not create ions under normal conditions due to its stable electron structure.
- Properties of Ne
2.1 Physical properties of Ne
Ne is a gaseous state, colorless, odorless, tasteless and non-irritating. The pH of Ne is not determined as it is a rare gas that does not react.
2.2 Chemical properties of Ne
Ne is a rare gas, does not chemically react under normal conditions due to its stable electron structure.
- Common chemical equations involving Ne
Ne does not participate in common chemical reactions with metals, acids, nonmetals or salts due to its characteristic chemical properties.
- Preparation of Ne
Ne cannot be prepared in the laboratory as it is a natural chemical element. In fact, Ne is selected from the air through the process of cooling and compressing the air into a liquid, then separating the components by distillation.