Question

Xenon has closed shell configuration but is known to give compounds with fluorine because:

• A. Xe atom has large size and lower ionisation potential as compared to other noble gases
• B. Xe has unpaired electrons which can form covalent bonds
• C. Xe has highest boiling point hence it can form compounds with fluorine
• D. fluorine is the smallest element hence it can react with all noble gases

Answer 1

The correct option is A Xe atom has large size and lower ionisation potential as compared to other noble gases

$Xe$ is inert though it gives compounds with Fluorine due to its large size and lower ionization potential as compared to other noble gases. Also, it is more reactive than other noble gases.