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Posted by Ankit Singh Thakur???? 5 years, 4 months ago
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- According to the electronic theory of valence, every atom tries to attain the octet configuration (presence of eight electrons) in its valence shell by losing, gaining or sharing of electrons. This is known as the octet rule.
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The stable octet can be achieved by the transfer of electrons or by sharing of a pair of electrons between the atoms. In this process, each atom attains a stable outer octet of electrons.
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