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Which pair of noble gases does NOT form clathrates with hydroquinone?
AHelium and neon
BArgon and krypton
CArgon and xenon
DKrypton and xenon
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Helium and neon
Helium and neon atoms are too small to be held in the host cavities, while the heavier three fit.
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