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Noble gases do not react with other elements because they
 

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a

have size of their atoms very small

b

are mono atomic

c

 have completely paired up and stable electron shell

d

 are not found in abundance

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

In general, noble gases are not reactive. Their chemical inertness is due to the fact that they have completely filled ns2np6 electronic configuration of their valence shells. Very high ionization enthalpy and almost zero electron affinity are also other reasons.

Hence, the correct option is (D).

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