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An uncharged atom has an atomic number of 7 and an atomic mass of 14. How many electrons does this atom need to acquire in its outer most electron shell in order to be considered “stable?

A. 8
B. 3
C. 5
D. 1

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C is going to be your correct answer
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Answer:

C. 5

Step-by-step explanation:

outmost shell has valence electrons

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