CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 8.5.1 Group Viii Noble Gases As Unreactive Questions

Work through real CAIE IGCSE Chemistry questions to identify noble gases and explain their unreactive nature and practical uses.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Chemistry 0620

Exam points

  • state that noble gases are monatomic and have full outer electron shells
  • explain why noble gases are unreactive and suitable as inert atmospheres
  • identify noble gases from electron arrangements and physical properties
  • apply noble-gas properties to helium balloons, argon lamps and industrial inert gas use

CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 8.5.1 Group Viii Noble Gases As Unreactive Questions question 1

[Maximum number: 1]

Which statements describe the elements in Group VIII of the Periodic Table?
1 Their atoms have full outer electron shells.
2 They are unreactive metals.
3 They are monatomic gases.
4 They are diatomic gases.

A

1 and 3

B

1 and 4

C

2 and 3

D

2 and 4

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