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Standard XII
Chemistry
Electronic Configuration
The elements ...
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The elements known for their limited chemical reactivity are the :
A
Alkali metals
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Alkaline earth metals
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C
Transition metals
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D
Halogens
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E
Noble gases
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Solution
The correct option is
C
Noble gases
The limited reactivity of noble gases is due to their stable electronic configuration.
They have 8 electrons in their valence shell.
i.e. their octet is complete.
They are inert under normal conditions.
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