Why does the octet rule not apply to iron atoms when they bond to other iron atoms?

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Flakey

Chemistry

28 September, 02:12

Why does the octet rule not apply to iron atoms when they bond to other iron atoms?

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Ishaan Tanner · Answer 1

The answer is they won't bond well with the same element. They can't evenly share valence electrons. The octet rule does not apply to iron atoms when they bond to other iron atoms because t hey won't bond well with the same element. They can't evenly share valence electrons.