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If an atom has 5 valance electrons, it will need to

gain 3
gain 8
gain 0
lose 4
electron(s) in order to become stable?

User Eddie Xie
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Answer: gain 3

Step-by-step explanation:

elements want to have a total of 8 valence electrons to become stable like the noble gases! Hope this Helps.

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