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Stability is achieved when there are ___ electrons in the outermost shell.
Stability is achieved when there are
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The correct option is C 8
According to Lewis octet theory, the atoms prefer to achieve (nearest noble gas electronic configuration) eight electrons in their valence shell.
Atoms lose or gain valence electrons to achieve octet or they share electrons and form covalent bond with other atom.
According to Lewis octet theory, the atoms prefer to achieve (nearest noble gas electronic configuration) eight electrons in their valence shell.
Atoms lose or gain valence electrons to achieve octet or they share electrons and form covalent bond with other atom.
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