Why do atoms form bonds?

A.
to create a completely full outer shell of electrons

B.
to decrease the number of electron shells in an atom

C.
to increase the number of electrons orbiting the nucleus

D.
to transfer electron shells between atoms

Question

Why do atoms form bonds?  
 
 

 
 

  

  A. 
  to create a completely full outer shell of electrons   
   

 
 

  

  B. 
  to decrease the number of electron shells in an atom   
   

 
 

  

  C. 
  to increase the number of electrons orbiting the nucleus   
   

 
 

  

  D. 
  to transfer electron shells between atoms

anonymous · Answer

A. to create a full outer shell