Chemistry

Question

Why do atoms tend to be bonded to other atoms?

• A. Atoms are often more stable when bonded to other atoms.

• B. Atoms would lose their electrons if they didnt form bonds.

• C. Atoms form bonds to make the neutrons more stable.

D. Atoms could not exist without a full octet of valence electrons.

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Answer

D. Atoms could not exist without a full octet of valence electrons.

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Atoms tend to form bonds with other atoms in order to achieve a full octet of valence electrons, which is the most stable electron configuration...