Question

Why do atoms exchange or share electrons during bonding?(1 point)
Responses

to attract an ion with the opposite charge
to attract an ion with the opposite charge

to obtain a full outer electron shell
to obtain a full outer electron shell

to become neutral
to become neutral

to have eight inner level electrons

Answer 1

Which phrase describes valence electrons?(1 point)
Responses

electrons that are shared between atoms
electrons that are shared between atoms

the electrons surrounding an atom’s nucleus
the electrons surrounding an atom’s nucleus

the electrons in an atom’s outermost energy level
the electrons in an atom’s outermost energy level

electrons that are exchanged between atoms

Answer 2

to have eight inner level electrons

Answer 3

the electrons in an atom’s outermost energy level