P-Block Elements Ques 406

Question: The inert gases are

[CPMT 1984]

Options:

A) Polyatomic

B) Triatomic

C) Diatomic

D) Monoatomic

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

All the noble gases are monoatomic, colourless and odourless gases. Their monoatomic nature is due to the stable outer configuration $ ns^{2}np^{6} $ of their atoms. As a result, they do not enter into chemical combination even amongst themselves.



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