What does the octet rule state that explains why atoms bond? An atom bonds to have eight valence electrons to become stable. An atom bonds to lose eight valence electrons to become stable. An atom bonds to have eight valence electrons to become unstable. An atom bonds to lose eight valence electrons to become unstable.

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Dayanara Schmidt

15 November, 04:40

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Ronald Hammond · Answer 1

An atom bonds to have eight valence electrons to become stable.