Element | Argon

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Argon is a colorless, odorless noble gas that is chemically inert under most conditions and abundant in Earths atmosphere.

Properties of Argon | It has low reactivity, moderate density among noble gases and is used where an inert atmosphere is required.

Uses of Argon | Argon is used in welding shielding, incandescent and fluorescent lighting and as an inert gas for laboratory work.

Isotopes of Argon | Stable isotopes include Ar 36, Ar 38 and Ar 40; argon is nonreactive but can cause asphyxiation in confined spaces by displacing oxygen.