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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding Objective Question

Question

When Na donates an electron to Cl, both achieve a stable __________ gas structure.
Options
A inert
B noble
Correct Answer
C rare
D stable
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Atoms become ions with electron configurations matching the nearest noble gas, which is particularly stable.

Hint

Group 18 elements.

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