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Some atoms bond and others do not. What determines whether or not an atom will bond with atoms of other elements? please help
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Some atoms bond and others do not. What determines whether or not an

atom will bond with atoms of other elements?


please help

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The number of electrons in the outermost shell of a particular atom determines its reactivity, or tendency to form chemical bonds with other atoms
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