For an Atom to Achieve Maximum Stability and Become Chemically

question 56

Multiple Choice

For an atom to achieve maximum stability and become chemically inert, what must occur?

• A) Ionization occurs.
• B) Electron pairs are shared.
• C) Its outermost energy shell must be completely filled with electrons.
• D) The number of electrons must equal the number of protons.

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Definitions:

Deductive Reasoning

A thought process wherein a verdict is reached through the consistency of numerous claims that are often regarded as correct.

Inductive Reasoning

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Confirmation Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses, while giving disproportionately less consideration to alternative possibilities.

Mindfulness

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