How was the element radon named?

Answer 1

Radium Emanation (Ra Em) discovered in 1900 by Friedrich Ernst Dorn. Radon gas was observed following the radioactive decomposition of Radium, hence its initial name, before it was attributed as being a separate element.

Answer 2

According to Wayne Robert Williams,editor of "A Daily Crossword" appearing in Monday,Sept,2009 "Detroit Free Press" the original name of radon was Niton. Iwas unable to verify this from any other source.

Answer 3

The name radon is derived from the Latin language word radius=radiation; the suffix on is common for noble gases, excepting helium.

Answer 4

Radon (86Rn) was discovered as emanation (= gaseous expiration) decay product of (radioactive) Radium (88Ra)

Answer 5

The name radon is derived from the Latin language word radius=radiation; the suffix on is common for the noble gases, excepting helium.

Answer 6

The element radon was named after the radioactive element radium, which in turn was named after the Latin word "radius" meaning ray. Radon emits radioactive rays, so the name reflects this property.