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OpenStudy (anonymous):

why do atoms release energy when gaining an electron to make an anion?

OpenStudy (abb0t):

Think of two atoms as being a couple (two people). Atoms are much happier when they are "married" and therefore release energy because it is easier and more stable to be in a relationship. It's more easier (favorable) to be married.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

think of it like this it is easy to get something that is yours than something that is not yours

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