What is an octet? Why would atoms want to complete their octet?

The tendency of an atom to have eight electrons in its valence shell is known as the octet rule. The atoms combine to form molecules and complete their octet configuration. The atoms want to complete their octet in order to get a stable electronic configuration.

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Updated on: 14-Mar-2023

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