STANDARDChemistry-Periodic Table
STANDARD Chemistry Noble Gases Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-conceptual-Medium
Assertion : Noble gases have maximum electron affinity. Reason : High electron affinity shows that the electron is loosely bonded to the atom.
A
If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
B
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
C
If assertion is true but reason is false.
D
If the assertion and reason both are false.
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
Noble gases have a complete valence shell and do not tend to gain electrons, hence they have low electron affinity.
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