Question

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

to have eight inner level electrons
to have eight inner level electrons

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

to become neutral
to become neutral

to attract an ion with the opposite charge

Answer 1

Atoms exchange or share electrons during bonding primarily **to obtain a full outer electron shell**. This allows them to achieve greater stability, often following the octet rule, which states that atoms tend to form bonds so that they have eight electrons in their outermost shell.