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Why does helium not form `He_2`, like `Cl_2` molecule ? 

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Nature of Helium and Chlorine:** - Helium (He) is a noble gas with a complete outer electron shell (1s²), making it very stable and inert. - Chlorine (Cl), on the other hand, has an incomplete outer shell (3s² 3p⁵) and can easily form bonds with another chlorine atom to achieve a stable electron configuration (Cl₂). 2. **Electron Configuration of Helium:** - The electron configuration of helium is 1s², meaning it has two electrons in its outermost shell. This configuration is already stable and does not require additional electrons to achieve stability. ...
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