Which one of them satisfy octet rule?

2

electrons in valence shell

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8

electrons in valence shell

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18

electrons in valence shell

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All of these

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The correct option is D All of these
The octet rule is a chemical rule of thumb that reflects the observation that atoms of main-group elements tend to combine in such a way that each atom has eight electrons in its valence shell, giving it the same electronic configuration as a noble gas.

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