How does the number of valence electrons of an atom help to determine whether an atom is likely to form bonds.

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Isak La Fleur · Answer 1 · 2018-05-31T23:12:52+0000

The more empty spots there are in the outer shell/level, the more unstable the atom. So if there are 6 empty spots of 8, it will want to seek out other atoms more than 1 with 1 empty spot of 8

How does the number of valence electrons of an atom help to determine whether an atom is likely to form bonds.

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