STOP and THINK: Why do chlorine atoms have a strong attraction for elections? Use the terms electron shell and valence electrons in your answer.

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Goblin Alchemist · Answer 1 · 2022-11-19T06:34:54+0000

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Like all atoms, chlorine wants to get a full outer electron shell. Since it already has 7 valence electrons, it only needs one more to reach its octet. This causes it to have such a strong attraction.

STOP and THINK: Why do chlorine atoms have a strong attraction for elections? Use the terms electron shell and valence electrons in your answer.

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