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MCQ
According to the octet rule, atoms tend to combine so that each atom attains how many electrons in its outermost shell?
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A Two
B Eight
C Four
D Six
Explanation

Atoms gain, lose or share electrons to achieve eight electrons in the valence shell, except H and He.

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