2007-12-25 12:49:55 · 4 answers · asked by Zyxel 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
According to the Octet Rule, atoms are most stable when their valence shell of electrons is full. There are only 7 known elements that have a full valence shell of electrons in their elemental form: The Noble Gases. All others, therefore, but join with other atoms and either share or trade valence electrons until they reach this happy, stable state of a full valence shell.
2007-12-25 12:55:15 · answer #1 · answered by lhvinny 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
In order to complete its valence shell or to satisfy its duplet or octet structure of a nearest noble gas,to become stable ,atoms of different elements undergo chemical reactions.
2007-12-25 16:03:08 · answer #2 · answered by suhas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there electrons. when two elements are less stable because of a lack of electrons they can come together and share electons
2007-12-25 12:56:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
in order to become more stable. such as duplet or octec electron arrangement.
thats all.
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2007-12-25 14:44:16 · answer #4 · answered by Fian 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋