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OpenStudy (anonymous):

The Octet Rule States That In Chemical Compounds, atoms teand to have

OpenStudy (anonymous):

The octet rule is a simple rule of thumb that states that atoms tend to combine in such a way that they each have eight electrons in their valence electrons giving them the same electron configuration as a noble gas the rule is applicable to the main group elements.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

In other words molecules or ions are most stable when the outermost electron shells of their constituent atoms have eight electrons.

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Thank you :D

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