Electron affinity of noble gases is - (1) zero (2) Low (3) High (4) Very high

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(1) zero Explanation: Most elements 'want' to have a complete electron shell with 8 electrons. Since the Noble Gases already have that 'perfect status' then they have an affinity of 0.

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