Why helium is called as inert gas?

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∙ 10y ago

Updated: 8/21/2019

non-reactive with other substances. The term inert means non-reactive. We refer to gases as being chemically inert if their atoms don't combine with other atoms in chemical reactions.

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∙ 10y ago

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Is helium known as inert?

Yes, helium is an inert gas.

What gas does helium falls in.?

Helium (He) is a noble (inert) gas placed in the group 18 of the Periodic Table.Helium falls in inert gas. It is stable and non-reactive.

Why helium is inert gas?

helium does not form bond with any other elements. hence it is an inert gas.

Is an inert gas and has one more proton than hydrogen?

The gas is helium. Helium is inert and has 2 protons, while hydrogen has 1 proton.

Lightest inert gas?

Helium

Is helium highly reactive to gas?

No. helium is chemically inert

What is a colorless inert gas less dense than air is called?

i think its hellium helium

Is there anything unique about helium?

Helium is a noble gas, chemically inert.

Does helium form an ionic or covalent bond?

Helium is an inert gas.

Is helium the lightest inert gas?

Yes, it is.

Helium is what type of element?

Helium is a noble gas with 2 valence electrons.

What are the category or type of helium?

helium is a noble gas / inert gas / group 18 element