A chemical rule of thumb that states atoms tend to combine in such a way that they each have eight electrons in their valence shells, making them as stable as noble gases.
Valence Electrons: The electrons present in the outermost shell of an atom which take part in bonding. These are the "items" you're packing into your suitcase!
Lewis Dot Structure: Diagrams that show the bonding between atoms and lone pairs of electrons that may exist in a molecule. It’s like a map showing where all your items (electrons) are packed inside your suitcase (atom).
Noble Gases: Elements with full electron shells which make them very stable and unreactive. They’re like perfectly packed suitcases ready for any trip!
AP Biology
AP Chemistry - 1.8 Valence Electrons and Ionic Compounds
AP Chemistry - 2.5 Lewis Diagrams
Which of the following is an exception to the octet rule?
Which of the following is an exception to the octet rule?
Which of the following is an exception to the octet rule?
Which of the following is an exception to the octet rule?
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