Neon is a non-reactive gas. Why is that?

A. Because neon steals electrons from other elements so it does not need to react

B. Because neon has a full outer energy level and does not wish to lose or gain any electrons

C. Because neon gives up its outer electrons thus making it stable and non-recative

D. Because neon shares its electrons with other elements so no reaction is needed

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Brice Atkinson

Biology

22 May, 14:06

Neon is a non-reactive gas. Why is that?

A. Because neon steals electrons from other elements so it does not need to react

B. Because neon has a full outer energy level and does not wish to lose or gain any electrons

C. Because neon gives up its outer electrons thus making it stable and non-recative

D. Because neon shares its electrons with other elements so no reaction is needed

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Alivia Davidson · Answer 1

Neon is a non-reactive gas, because it has a full outer energy level and does not wish to lose or gain any electrons. (Solution:B) Non-reactive gases have filled outer shells and form no significant compounds. The electron configuration of the gas is responsible for the reactivity of the gas. The electron orbital of the Neon that is filled with eight electrons.