According to the Octet Rule, Atoms Tend to Gain, Lose

question 9

Multiple Choice

According to the octet rule, atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons until they are surrounded by ________ valence electrons.

• A)2
• B)6
• C)8
• D)10

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Definitions:

Accounts Payable

Obligations owed by a company to its creditors or suppliers for goods and services received but not yet paid for.

Current Ratio

A financial metric that measures a company's ability to pay off its short-term liabilities with its short-term assets, indicating liquidity.

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the liquidity available to run its day-to-day operations.

Current Liabilities

Obligations that are due within one year or within the normal operating cycle of the business, whichever is longer.