The Outermost Electron ________ of an Atom Can Interact with Other

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Short Answer

The outermost electron ________ of an atom can interact with other atoms to form a molecule.

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Definitions:

Fast-Spreading Ridge

A geological feature where tectonic plates are diverging at a rapid rate, leading to significant volcanic activity and the formation of new oceanic crust.

Hydrothermal Vents

Hydrothermal vents are openings in the sea floor from which heated mineral-rich water flows, often located near volcanically active places.

Hydrogen Sulfide

A toxic, foul-smelling gas, H2S, often associated with volcanic gases and the decomposition of organic matter.

Abyssal Plane

A flat, almost level area of the deep ocean floor, usually lying at depths between 3,000 and 6,000 meters.