In a covalently bonded molecule,the number of electrons that an atom shares with others is usually equal to the number of electrons ________.
A)in the atom
B)in its nucleus
C)in all the atoms
D)in its ion
E)needed to give it a noble gas arrangement

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In a covalently bonded molecule, atoms share electrons to achieve a noble gas configuration, which involves having a full outer shell of electrons. Therefore, the number of electrons an atom shares with others is usually equal to the number of electrons needed to achieve a noble gas arrangement.

In a Covalently Bonded Molecule,the Number of Electrons That an Atom