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what determines whether and how much an atom will react with another atom?
o the number of outermost electrons
o the number of neutrons
o its atomic radius
o 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). Neutrons affect atomic mass and stability (in isotopes), not reactivity. Atomic radius influences some properties but not as directly as valence electrons. Atomic mass is related to protons and neutrons and not the key factor in reactivity.
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the number of outermost electrons