Question

question 5 of 17
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the rule that says that most atoms want to have 8 valence electrons is known as the...
a. octagonal rule
b. onomatopoeia rule
c. rule of 8s
d. octet rule

Explanation:

The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to have 8 valence electrons, achieving a stable electron configuration similar to noble gases. The octagonal rule is related to geometry (8 - sided shapes), onomatopoeia is a literary term (words that imitate sounds), and the rule of 8s is not a recognized term in this context.

Answer:

D. octet rule