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Why are noble gases so unreactive?

This is due to the number of electrons in the outer shell of their atoms. Their outer shell is full, meaning it is difficult for them to give or take electrons.

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Answered by Lara D. Chemistry tutor
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Describe the difference between Rationalism and Empiricism.

In Epistemology (philosophy of knowledge), philosophers debate the question of how dependent we are on our senses to obtain knowledge. Empiricists, like Locke and Hume, claim that our majority of knowledg...

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Explain how successive ionization energies account for the existence of three main energy levels in the sodium atom.

Make the student observe and analyse the electronic configuration of sodium and the trends in ionization energies for this element. We note a large increase in ionization energy between the 1st ...

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Answered by Yasmin T. Chemistry tutor
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Briefly outline the process of translation in animal cells.

Translation is the process by which polypeptide chains are built, subsequently forming proteins destined to perform a variety of functions in the body. It involves 3 main steps: i...

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Answered by Lucile S. Biology tutor
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What are the similarities and differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells? State the name and the function of structures found exclusively in eukaryotes.

Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells have a nucleus which is responsible for controlling cellular activity.Both cell types also have ribosomes which produce proteins and both are bound by a cell membrane...

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