12th Class Chemistry The p-Block Elements-I / p-ब्लॉक के कुछ तत्व-I Question Bank MCQs - The p-Block Elements

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

    A) Xe atom has large size and lower ionization 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.

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Xe atom has large size and lower ionization potential in comparison to He, Ne, Ar and Kr. Hence it can form compounds with fluorine.


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