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QuizMultiple Choice

Chemical Bonding and Compounds — Test

Question 10 • Physical Science

What does the octet rule state that explains why atoms bond?

Answer
A
An atom bonds to have eight valence electrons to become stable.
B
An atom bonds to lose eight valence electrons to become unstable.
C
An atom bonds to lose eight valence electrons to become stable.
D
An atom bonds to have eight valence electrons to become unstable.
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