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argon
Argon is used as a protective gas in the process of preparation of silicon crystals.
silicon
Silicon is larger than Argon for several reasons: If the electron configuration is examined, it becomes clear. Si has the configuration [Ne]3s23p2 while Argon's is [Ne] 3s23p6 As you can see, both elements have valence electrons in the same energy level, the p orbital, but Argot has more protons in its nucleus, so therefore, it's pull of the electrons to it's core is higher than that of Silicon. So, Argon is SMALLER than Silicon. Hope this helped.
Oxygen, chlorine, and silicon are non-metallic elements. Argon is a noble gas, which is also non-metallic. None of these elements exhibit metallic properties.
It is not recommended to store argon gas with oxygen due to the potential risk of combustion or explosion. Argon gas should be stored separately in a well-ventilated area away from sources of heat or ignition.
Silicon has a high melting point due to its strong covalent bonds forming a network structure. In contrast, argon exists as individual atoms held together by weak London dispersion forces, resulting in a low melting point.
Oxygen and silicon.
20 degrees Celsius
Because Argon exists as diatomic Ag2 molecules, with relatively weak inter-mocular forces (Van-der-Waals forces) between the molecules. Melting Argon only requires that these inter-olecular forces are overcome, which does not requires much energy as the molecules are small - so Argon melts at -189 degrees celcius - so is a gas at R.T.P Silicon on the other hand exists in a macro-molecular form, and all the atoms are covalently bonded to each other in a giant molecular lattice. To melt silicon, covalent bonds must be broken, which requires a great deal of energy, and hence silicon only melts at 1414 degrees celcius
If you buy sodium metal, it's packed in either oil or argon. That's how it's stored.
Oxygen=8 Bromine=45 Helium=2 Argon=22 Manganese=30 Silicone=14