The Octet Rule States That Atoms Tend to Gain, Lose

question 41

Multiple Choice

The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons until they are surrounded by____ valence electrons.

• A) eight
• B) three
• C) no
• D) as many protons as they have

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