In order to satisfy the octet rule, the element beryllium must

A. gain six electrons to have the noble gas configuration of neon.

B. have eight electrons in its outer level.

C. have two electrons in its outer level.

D. share electrons with some other element.

E. It is impossible for beryllium to satisfy the octet rule.

Question

In order to satisfy the octet rule, the element beryllium must

A. gain six electrons to have the noble gas configuration of neon.

B. have eight electrons in its outer level.

C. have two electrons in its outer level.

D. share electrons with some other element.

E. It is impossible for beryllium to satisfy the octet rule.

anonymous · Answer

HELP!

abb0t · Answer

What do you think is the answer? and Why?

anonymous · Answer

I am not sure... but maybe B would be the correct answer?