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Why do Electrons "want" 8 Electrons on the outter "shell"? What is so special about 8?
nitsuj said:Why do Electrons "want" 8 Electrons on the outter "shell"? What is so special about 8?
Electrons "want" 8 electrons on the outer shell because it follows the octet rule, which states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons in order to achieve a full outer shell of 8 electrons. This is a stable configuration that makes the atom more energetically favorable.
The outer shell, also known as the valence shell, is the most important shell in electron configuration because it determines the reactivity and chemical properties of an atom. It is the outermost shell where electrons are involved in bonding with other atoms.
Yes, elements can have more or less than 8 electrons on the outer shell. This applies to elements in periods 2 and higher on the periodic table. Some elements, such as helium, only have 2 electrons on the outer shell, while others, such as sulfur, can have up to 12 electrons on the outer shell.
Atoms can achieve a full outer shell of 8 electrons through various processes, such as gaining, losing, or sharing electrons. This can occur through the formation of chemical bonds with other atoms, or through the transfer of electrons in ionic bonding.
When an atom does not have a full outer shell of 8 electrons, it is considered to be unstable and more reactive. These atoms will often undergo chemical reactions to gain, lose, or share electrons in order to achieve a full outer shell and become more stable.