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Explain the reactivity of the Nobel gases in terms of valence electrons
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Explain the reactivity of the Nobel gases in terms of valence electrons

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Noble gases are the least reactive of all elements because they have 8 valence electrons which fill their outer energy level. Having 8 valence electrons is the most stable arrangement of electrons, thus, Noble gases rarely react with other elements. 
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