Why are noble gases unreactive?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. They have full outer electron shells
- Step 1: A full outer shell makes the atom stable.
Answer
They have full outer electron shells.
Why not the others: They have one electron in the outer shell: this describes the alkali metals; They have no electrons: every atom has electrons; They are always liquids: they are gases at room temperature.
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