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प्रश्न
Explain Octet rule with an example.
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उत्तर
The tendency of atoms to have eight electrons in the valence shell is known as the ‘Octet rule’ or the ‘Rule of eight’.
Example: Sodium with atomic number 11 will readily loose one electron to attain Neon’s stable electronic configuration.
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Column A |
Column B |
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