C4.1.4 - Group 0 (The Noble Gases) Flashcards
Where are the noble gases on the Periodic Table?
The far right column on the Periodic Table
Why are the Group 0 elements known as the noble gases?
Because they are so unreactive
Are the Group 0 elements metal or non-metal?
Non-metal
What state are the Group 0 elements in at room temperature?
Gas
How many electrons do the Group 0 elements need to complete their outer shells?
None
Why are the Group 0 elements unreactive?
They do not have any tendency to gain or lose any electrons as they have full electron shells
What does monatomic mean?
Existing as a single atom
How strong are the forces of attraction within the noble gases?
Weak
What are the trends of the Group 0 elements going down?
Increasing boiling point
Increasing density
Stronger attractive forces between atoms
Do the noble gases have high densities?
No
Why do the elements have low densities?
Their atoms are very far apart in the gas state
