Question

which atom generally obtains a stable configuration by sharing electrons? (1 point) ○ chlorine (cl) ○ phosphorus (p) ○ magnesium (mg) ○ lithium (li)

Explanation:

Chlorine (Cl) is a non - metal. Non - metals generally obtain a stable configuration by sharing electrons. Lithium (Li) and magnesium (Mg) are metals and usually lose electrons to achieve a stable configuration. Phosphorus (P) can also form compounds by sharing electrons but is not as commonly associated with sharing electrons for a stable configuration as chlorine in basic chemistry concepts. Chlorine has 7 valence electrons and needs 1 more to complete its octet. It can share electrons with other atoms (e.g., in HCl, it shares an electron with hydrogen) to get a stable electron configuration.

Answer:

chlorine (Cl)