Properties of Neon (Ne)
Neon is a chemical element with the symbol (Ne) and atomic number 10. It is a colorless, odorless noble gas that is found in small amounts in the Earth’s atmosphere. Neon is known for its distinctive bright red-orange glow when used in neon signs and lighting.
The following table provides a comprehensive list of neon properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units at normal temperature and pressure (NTP).
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Molar Mass | 20.1797 g/mol |
| Density (0°C) | 0.9 kg/m3 |
| Dynamic Viscosity (25°C) | 31.9 µPa·s |
| Speed of Sound in Gas (0°C) | 433 m/s |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Melting Point | -248.6 °C |
| Boiling Point | -246 °C |
| Thermal Conductivity (25°C) | 0.0494 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 1030 J/kg·K |
| Critical Constants | Metric |
| Critical Temperature (Tc) | -228.8 °C |
| Critical Pressure (Pc) | 2.76 MPa |
| Critical Density (ρc) | 483 kg/m3 |
| Electrical Properties | Metric |
| Relative Permittivity (εr) | 1.000127 |
| Optical Properties | Metric |
| Refractive Index (589 nm) | 1.000067 |
Unless stated otherwise, all values are taken at room temperature (approximately 20°C or 68°F) and 1 atm pressure. (1 atm = 101,325 Pa)
Related Pages
References: 1) Cardarelli, François. Materials Handbook: A Concise Desktop Reference. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing, 2018. 2) CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, 97th Edition. United Kingdom: CRC Press, 2016-2017. 3) Yaws, Carl L. The Yaws Handbook of Physical Properties for Hydrocarbons and Chemicals. Netherlands: Elsevier Science, 2015. 4) Fire Protection Guide to Hazardous Materials, 14th Edition. United States: National Fire Protection Association, 2010.