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How do electron configurations of noble gases give them high unreactivity?

Noble gases have completely filled orbitals, are stable and chemically inert (non-reactive). So generally they will not form compounds.


Does noble gases give fireworks the ability to glow?

Yes, noble gases contribute to the glow in fireworks. When energized by heat, the atoms of noble gases such as neon, argon, and helium emit light of various colors, creating the vibrant hues seen in fireworks displays.


Why are noble gases referred to snobs?

The noble gases do not interact or react to the other elements because they have electron balanced shells. They do not need one or have one to give. Because of this they don't inteact with the other elements unless forced. Not unlike the humans that think they are "noble". Hence the name Noble gases.


What are the noble gases give example?

The noble gases are a group of elements in the periodic table that are very stable and unreactive due to their full outer electron shells. Examples include helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, and radon. They are commonly used in lighting, refrigeration, and other applications.


Why are noble gases used in lights?

Noble gases are used in lights because they are inert and do not react with other elements, making them stable and safe. When electricity passes through the gases, they emit colorful light due to the energy released during the process. This makes noble gases like neon, argon, and xenon popular choices for creating bright and vibrant lighting displays.

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How do electron configurations of noble gases give them high unreactivity?

Noble gases have completely filled orbitals, are stable and chemically inert (non-reactive). So generally they will not form compounds.


Does noble gases give fireworks the ability to glow?

Yes, noble gases contribute to the glow in fireworks. When energized by heat, the atoms of noble gases such as neon, argon, and helium emit light of various colors, creating the vibrant hues seen in fireworks displays.


Can you give an example of a sentence using the word noble?

The knight was noble and brave to cross the troll's bridge.


Why are noble gases referred to snobs?

The noble gases do not interact or react to the other elements because they have electron balanced shells. They do not need one or have one to give. Because of this they don't inteact with the other elements unless forced. Not unlike the humans that think they are "noble". Hence the name Noble gases.


Give an example of a gas?

Air : actually a mixture of gases.


Give an example where corrosion is an advantage rather than a disadvantage?

Aluminium oxide is an example of corrosion of advantage rather than disvantage


Can you give an example sentence using the word advantage?

I have the advantage in this game because I know how to swim and she does not.


What are the advantage and disadvantage of technology give example hnology?

Hnology? What does this mean?


What are the noble gases give example?

The noble gases are a group of elements in the periodic table that are very stable and unreactive due to their full outer electron shells. Examples include helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, and radon. They are commonly used in lighting, refrigeration, and other applications.


Why are noble gases used in lights?

Noble gases are used in lights because they are inert and do not react with other elements, making them stable and safe. When electricity passes through the gases, they emit colorful light due to the energy released during the process. This makes noble gases like neon, argon, and xenon popular choices for creating bright and vibrant lighting displays.


How do electron configuration of noble gases give them shared properties?

The reason for the noble gases gases' electron configurations to allow them to have a similar property of having a low reactivity is because they all have a full set of electrons in their outermost energy level.


Why do helium neon and argon have no electronegativity values?

Electronegativity is a measurement of the power of an atom to attract electrons. The Noble gases, like helium, neon, and argon all have full valence shells. This means they are very stable and have no need to bond. There are several methods of calculating electronegativity, and some of those methods do give values for the Noble gases. However, these numbers are not generally meaningful since the noble gases do not have a measurable electron affinity. Several of the noble gases can form bonds under special curcumstances.