Neon is a non-reactive gas. Why is that?

A. Because neon shares its electrons with other elements so no reaction is needed

B. Because neon gives up its outer electrons thus making it stable and non-recative

C. Because neon has a full outer energy level and does not wish to lose or gain any electrons

D. Because neon steals electrons from other elements so it does not need to react

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Eliza Pierce

28 October, 00:03

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Demarcus Dyer · Answer 1

C because Neon has a full outer electron shell and does not have room to gain electrons and doesn't need to lose any.