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Why noble gases are inert or inactive ?

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The general electronic configuration of these elements is `ns^(2) np^(6)`. Their octet is complete They do not form compounds under ordinary conditions. They do not have the tendency to lose or gain electrons. Hence, these are chemically inert in nature.
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