The Most Stable Atoms and Thus Those That Are Typically

question 8

Multiple Choice

The most stable atoms and thus those that are typically nonreactive are the atoms that have _______.

• A)equal numbers of electrons and protons
• B)equal numbers of electrons and neutrons
• C)full inner shells
• D)full outer shells
• E)all covalent bonds

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