When an atom bonds to another atom it is trying to fill its?

Question

Mccoy

Chemistry

13 February, 03:51

When an atom bonds to another atom it is trying to fill its?

+2

Answers (2)

Know the Answer?

Rex Cantu · Answer 1

When an atom bonds to another atom it is trying to fill its outer shell

Karen Burns · Answer 2

valence shell, which is the outermost occupied shell. By filling the valence shell, the atom becomes more stable. There are different ways that atoms can bond with one another: by sharing electrons (forming a covalent bond) or by donating or taking electrons (forming an ionic bond).