What the origin of name of argon?

Answer 1

All Atoms more complex than Hydrogen is a result of the fusion process inside of stars where smaller atoms are fused converting a small amount of matter to energy. so argon come about in the same process. the relative abundance of larger molecules are lower because the fusion process is less efficient for larger molecules.

Answer 2

Argon comes from the similarly-pronounced greek word "αργος," meaning 'inactive' or 'lazy', referring to Argon's inert nature.

Argon, like other noble gases, has a full P-Shell of valence electrons, meaning it doesn't need to lose or gain any electrons to complete the shell, making it incredibly stable in an elemental state. This is what makes the noble gases inert, there is no benefit to them forming compounds, so they don't. In fact the formation of a compound would mean to give up having a full P-Shell and so is very unfavourable. Very few noble gas-containing compounds exist.

This doesn't mean they are useless, however. Inert gases are highly useful for running oxygen-sensitive reactions under. In a lab I would use a Schlenk line for running such reactions, we usually fill this with Nitrogen gas (N2) but often Argon is a more suitable alternative. It is also used for high-temperature applications (which helps Argon react) and in fluorescent lighting.

Answer 3

The name "argon" comes from the Greek word "argos," which means lazy or inactive. This name was chosen because argon is a chemically inert gas that does not react with other elements under normal conditions.

Answer 4

The name "argon" comes from a Greek word meaning "lazy" or "the inactive one." Argon is a noble gas and does not ordinarily form compounds with other elements.

Answer 5

Ar comes from the first two letters of the word, Argon

Answer 6

From the Greek word, argos, meaning inactive or lazy

Answer 7

greek word argos which means inactive