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what determines whether and how much an atom will react with another atom?
o the number of outermost electrons
the number of neutrons
its atomic radius
its atomic mass
o yep, dont know this one either
The outermost electrons (valence electrons) are involved in chemical bonding. The number of valence electrons determines an atom's reactivity and how it bonds (e.g., ionic or covalent bonding). Neutrons affect nuclear properties (not chemical reactions). Atomic radius and mass have less direct impact on reactivity compared to valence electrons.
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the number of outermost electrons