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Why are the elements of Group 8 referred to as the noble or inert gas elements?
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This is due to their electron configuration. In Group 8, there are six elements: helium (He), neon (Ne), argon (Ar), krypton (Kr), xenon (Xe), and radon (Rn). These elements have a full outer electron shell, meaning that their outermost energy level is completely Show more…
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