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Question

An atom or ion attains ______ when it reaches octet configuration.


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Instability

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Stability

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Infinity
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Eternity
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Solution

The correct option is B

Stability


The octet configuration is considered to be stable.Elements combine to attain the octet configuration and thus, Stability.


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