How does elements achieve octet configuration:

By gaining electrons.

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By loosing electrons.

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By sharing electrons.

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All of the given options are correct.

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Solution

The correct option is D
All of the given options are correct.

All elements try to achieve octet configuration by following three ways:

a) Sharing of electrons - Covalent bond

b) Loosing electrons - Ionic bond

c) Gaining electrons – Ionic bond

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