Question

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

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

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

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 tendency is explained by the octet rule, which states that atoms are generally more stable when they have eight electrons in their outer shell.