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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Question

What is the octet rule?
Options
A Atoms gain or lose electrons to achieve 2 electrons in their valence shell
B Atoms tend to achieve 8 electrons in their valence shell to attain a noble gas configuration
Correct Answer
C Atoms always have 8 electrons
D Atoms cannot have more than 8 electrons
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of 8 electrons (like noble gases), except hydrogen (2 electrons).

Hint

Noble gas configuration.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 709 of 1999
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