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How does calcium obey the octet rule when reacting to form compounds? a. It gains electrons. b. It gives up electrons. C. It does not change its number of electrons. d. Calcium does not obey the octet
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How does calcium obey the octet rule when reacting to form compounds?

a. It gains electrons.
b.
It gives up electrons.
C.
It does not change its number of electrons.
d. Calcium does not obey the octet rule.
Please select the best answer from the choices provided
OA
OB
C
D

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Answer:

Calcium bonds by losing its two outermost electrons.

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