Assertion (A): The noble gases are placed in Group 18. Reason (R): They have a completely filled outermost shell (except Helium) and zero valency. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Assertion (A): The noble gases are placed in Group 18. Reason (R): They have a completely filled outermost shell (except Helium) and zero valency.
A. A is true but R is false.
B. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
C. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
D. A is false but R is true.
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Noble gases have completely filled valence shells (ns²np⁶, except He which is 1s²), making them highly stable and unreactive with a valency of zero. Because of this unique stability and distinct electronic configuration, they form a separate group, Group 18, in the modern periodic table.

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