Identify the rule that states that atoms will gain or lose sufficient electrons to achieve an outer electron arrangement identical to that of a noble gas.
A)Duplet rule
B)duplet rule
C)Hund's rule
D)Octet rule

Question

​ Identify the rule that states that atoms will gain or lose sufficient electrons to achieve an outer electron arrangement identical to that of a noble gas.
A)Duplet rule
B)duplet rule
C)Hund's rule
D)Octet rule

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to have a full set of eight valence electrons, similar to the electron configuration of a noble gas.

​ Identify the Rule That States That Atoms Will Gain

Identify the Rule That States That Atoms Will Gain