Why do atoms bond with other atoms?

Question

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1 point
To gain electrons
To lose electrons
To fill their outer shells
Because they are stable

Answer 1

Atoms bond with other atoms to fill their outer shells. This is because atoms are more stable when their outer electron shells are completely filled or have a certain number of electrons. Bonding with other atoms allows them to achieve this stable electron configuration.

Answer 2

a b c or d

Answer 3

c) To fill their outer shells