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Which of the following best explains why bonds form between atoms?

A. Because the energy is at the minimum.
B. Because of the attractive forces between the nucleus of one atom and the electrons of the
atom.
other
C. Because atoms like to share electrons, which results in a stable system.
D. Because forming a bond fills up the valence shell of the atom giving a full octet.
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Answer:

D

Step-by-step explanation:

I believe the answer is D because atoms are always seeking to fill up their outer electron shell/valence shell and want to gain a full octet.

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