Asked by nebikenezer

Use the periodic table to answer the question.

The periodic table of elements shows element groups, periods, and element properties.



Which atom generally obtains a stable configuration by sharing electrons?

(1 point)
Responses

magnesium (Mg)
magnesium (Mg)

lithium (Li)
lithium (Li)

chlorine (Cl)
chlorine (Cl)

phosphorus (P)
phosphorus (P)

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Phosphorus (P)

Reason: P has 5 valence electrons and typically attains an octet by sharing electrons (forming covalent bonds) rather than by losing or gaining electrons.