What is the octet rule and how does it explain the formation of ionic compounds?

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asked Mar 7, 2018 124k views

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Ringmaster · Answer 1 · 2018-03-12T21:00:55+0000

Answer:

The octet rule causes atoms to form bonds in such a way that they acquire eightvalence electrons.

Step-by-step explanation:

Atoms have two ways to achieve an octet. They can either lose electrons or gain electrons.