Nogra
An Internet Hotlist on Argon

created by Laryssa Witty

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Introduction


Image from http://www.mig-welding.co.uk/gas/argon.jpg




Welcome to Nogra!!!

On this site you will find lists of sites about the element Argon. The above image is of Argon gas used for welding. The sites are organized into the following categories:


Each site is rated as follows:

  • Fluorescent Bulb-Web site gives in depth information about what their main focus area is. It is a reliable source.

  • Bright Light-Web site gives decent information. Reliable

  • Twinkle Lights-This site gives adequate information. A fairly reliable site. It may be slightly unorganized.

  • Dimmer-Web site shows some information, or may display so much depth that it is overwhelming and confusing to understand. Not a very reliable source.

  • Yep, it’s a dud-Web site demonstrates the minimum for amount of information. Very basic and simplistic. Several gimmicks or adds on this site. Not a reliable source


    Here are some facts about Argon:
  • Atomic Number 18
  • Atomic Mass 39.948
  • Symbol Ar
    PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
  • Colorless
  • Odorless
  • Gas
    CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
  • Argon is two and a half times more soluble in water than Nitrogen
    TOXICITY
  • Not Toxic
    USES
  • Fluorescent light bulbs
  • gas shield in welding or cutting
  • Lasers
    HISTORY
  • Discovered by Sir William Ramsay and Lord Rayleigh in 1894
    PRODUCTION
  • Argon is a co-product of Oxygen and Nitrogen. It is manufactured by air separation technology. The air is compressed, cooled, and then distilled. A stream is drawn and contains Oxygen and Argon. A refining process produces Argon.
    FACTS
  • Argon is heavier than air, yet less active than Nitrogen
  • The name derives from the Greek word 'argos' meaning inactive



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    Snap, Crackle, and POP!

    Dating Drama


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    Last revised Mon Dec 17 9:56:15 US/Pacific 2007