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OpenStudy (anonymous):

When a nonmetal reacts with another atom, what happens to its electrons?

OpenStudy (nincompoop):

it depends on what kind of atom it is reacting to

OpenStudy (gebooors):

Two nonmetals share electrons and for a covalent bond. Usually metal atom gives electron(s) to non-metal.

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