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In order to prevent the hot metal filame...

In order to prevent the hot metal filament from getting burnt, when the electric current is switched on, the bulb is filled with

A

`CH_(4)`

B

an inert gas

C

`CO_(2)`

D

`CI_(2)`

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b
Inert gases do not support combustion
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CENGAGE CHEMISTRY-P-BLOCK GROUP 18 ELEMENTS - THE INERT GASES-Exercises (Single Correct)
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  11. Remsay was awarded Noble Prize for the discovery of rare gases in

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  12. Neon in extensively used in

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  16. The van der waals forces are the greater in

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  18. Which has the same electronic configuration as of inert gas ?

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  19. Which of the following noble gas is not present in atmosphere ?

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  20. Which noble gas is more soluble in water ?

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