Noble gasesMediumQuestion 37021
Question
Xenon forms compounds more readily than helium because xenon has:
- Alower ionization enthalpy and larger sizeCorrect
- Bhigher electronegativity
- Csmaller radius
- Donly 1s electrons
Correct answer
lower ionization enthalpy and larger size
Explanation
Heavier noble gases are more polarizable and easier to ionize.