What are the similarities and differences between the halogen family and the inert gases?

Answer 1

halogens are reactive gases and noble gases are non reactive!=)

Answer 2

Similarities: Both halogens and inert gases are part of the same group in the Periodic Table (Group 18). They are both stable elements with full valence electron shells.

Differences: Halogens are highly reactive nonmetals that readily form compounds with other elements, while inert gases are extremely unreactive due to their stable electron configurations and rarely form compounds. Halogens are found in nature in various compounds, while inert gases are typically found in their pure form.