On the periodic table, there is a family of elements that are not very reactive but do form compounds under special conditions.The elements in this family are referred to as

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Certain elements are unreactive and will not combine with other elements to give compounds; these elements are all members of the eighth group shown in the periodic table and constitute a family.They all exist in the gaseous state under normal conditions and, being inert, are commonly referred to as the noble gases.

On the Periodic Table, There Is a Family of Elements