Fill in the blanks Zero group elements are known as _________.
A
chalcogen
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B
inert gases
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C
halogens
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D
alkali metals
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Solution
The correct option is B inert gases The ′0′ group elements have complete octate in outermost shell. As a result they have stable configuration due to which, they do not react with other elements. Hence they are known as inert gases.