Question

A stable electron arrangement for an atom is one that does not easily change. How is this arrangement arrived at?

A.
Outer shells with valence electrons are transferred or shared.

B.
Protons (positive charge) pair with valence electrons (negative charge) to create a strong bond.

C.
Valence electrons are discarded into space to create a full outer shell of electrons.

D.
Valence electrons are transferred or shared to create a full outer shell of electrons.

Answer 1

D.
Valence electrons are transferred or shared to create a full outer shell of electrons.