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Atoms combine to obtain octet configuration because atoms having octet configuration are stable than any other atom. True or false?


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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A

True


In chemistry, atoms having octet configuration are stable, they are less reactive.

Thus elements which does not have octet configuration will combine with other atoms to obtain octet configuration.


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