Which general electron configuration is responsible for the family properties of noble gases? A)ns¹ B)ns² C)ns²np⁴ D)ns²np⁵ E)ns²np⁶

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The family properties of noble gases (such as their high ionization energy, low electronegativity, and inertness) are due to their full outer electron shell. This configuration is represented by the ns2np6 electron configuration, which is found in choice E: ns²np⁶.

Which General Electron Configuration Is Responsible for the Family Properties