The Noble (Inert) Gases (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Quizzes
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In which group of the Periodic Table are noble gases located?
In which group of the Periodic Table are noble gases located?
Group 18
What is the key feature of noble gas electron configuration?
What is the key feature of noble gas electron configuration?
Complete outer electron shells
How many electrons does helium have in its outer shell?
How many electrons does helium have in its outer shell?
2
Why do noble gases exist as single atoms under normal conditions?
Why do noble gases exist as single atoms under normal conditions?
No tendency to gain, lose or share
What physical state are all noble gases at room temperature?
What physical state are all noble gases at room temperature?
Gases
How well do noble gases conduct electricity and heat?
How well do noble gases conduct electricity and heat?
Poorly
Why are noble gases poor electrical conductors?
Why are noble gases poor electrical conductors?
Electrons tightly held, not available
What happens to noble gases in plasma balls under high voltage?
What happens to noble gases in plasma balls under high voltage?
Produce coloured light, stay unreactive
Which noble gas produces orange-red light when electrified?
Which noble gas produces orange-red light when electrified?
Neon
How do noble gas boiling points change down Group 18?
How do noble gas boiling points change down Group 18?
They increase
Why do heavier noble gases have higher boiling points?
Why do heavier noble gases have higher boiling points?
Stronger London dispersion forces