Which Statement Correctly Describes the Basis for the Octet Rule

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which statement correctly describes the basis for the octet rule?

• A)Atoms strive to attain eight protons in their nucleus to attain the stability of the nearest noble gas.
• B)Atoms have a tendency to form eight bonds with other atoms to attain the stability of a noble gas.
• C)Atoms will lose, gain, or share eight electrons to become a noble gas.
• D)Atoms are most stable with eight electrons in their outermost shell, and the electron configuration of a noble gas.
• E)Atoms are most stable when the number of protons they contain is identical to the noble gas closest to them in the periodic table.

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