Question
Which noble gas is radioactive in nature?
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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Radon
Noble Gas Radioactivity Explained
Noble gases (Group 18 elements) are known for their stability due to a full valence electron shell, making them generally unreactive. However, one noble gas stands out due to its radioactivity.
Identifying the Radioactive Noble Gas
Let's examine the options:
- Neon (Ne): A stable, non-radioactive noble gas.
- Krypton (Kr): Primarily exists as stable isotopes. While some isotopes are radioactive, it's not inherently radioactive like Radon.
- Argon (Ar): A stable, non-radioactive noble gas commonly found in the atmosphere.
- Radon (Rn): This noble gas is inherently unstable and radioactive. It originates from the decay of radioactive elements like uranium and radium. All its isotopes decay relatively quickly.
Conclusion on Radioactivity
Therefore, Radon is the radioactive noble gas among the choices.
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