An Atom Will React with Other Atoms Only Until

question 16

Multiple Choice

An atom will react with other atoms only until:

• A)it has completely filled its outermost energy level.
• B)it has less stability.
• C)all of its inner orbitals have been filled.
• D)it forms four covalent bonds

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Definitions:

Disjunctive Argument

An argument based on a disjunction, where at least one of the premises must be true for the conclusion to be true.

Disjuncts

Individual choices or alternatives within a disjunctive proposition, where the truth of any one disjunct implies the falsity of the others when presented in an "either/or" format.

Syllogisms

A form of logical reasoning where a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises), each of which shares a common or middle term not present in the conclusion.

Hypothetical Proposition

A statement that posits a condition and its potential outcome, often structured as "if-then."