Definition Of The Octet Rule
Which of the following statements best describes the octet rule?
A
The principle that atoms must form eight chemical bonds with other atoms to achieve stability.
B
The principle that atoms are most stable when they possess a full valence shell of eight electrons.
C
The principle that electrons reside within the atomic nucleus.
D
The principle that atoms are most stable when their valence shells are completely empty.
E
The principle that electrons orbit the atomic nucleus in discrete energy shells.
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