Multiple Choice
Which of the following elements is an almost completely nonreactive nonmetal, similar to argon?
2. Atoms & Elements
Periodic Table: Group Names
Struggling with General Chemistry?
Join thousands of students who trust us to help them ace their exams!Watch the first videoMultiple Choice
Which element belongs to the least reactive group of elements on the periodic table?
A
Na
B
Fe
C
Cl
D
Ne
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand that the reactivity of elements depends on their position in the periodic table, particularly their group (column).
Recall that the least reactive group of elements is the noble gases, which are located in Group 18 of the periodic table.
Identify the elements given: Na (Sodium) is an alkali metal in Group 1, Fe (Iron) is a transition metal, Cl (Chlorine) is a halogen in Group 17, and Ne (Neon) is a noble gas in Group 18.
Recognize that noble gases have a full valence shell, making them very stable and the least reactive elements.
Conclude that among the options, Ne (Neon) belongs to the least reactive group of elements on the periodic table.
5:33mWatch next
Master Periodic Table: Group Names with a bite sized video explanation from Jules
Start learningRelated Videos
Related Practice
Periodic Table: Group Names practice set
Problem sets built by lead tutorsExpert video explanations