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kshipps

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on: Jul 16, 2018

Why do atoms exchange or share electrons?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

A geode contains minerals that form through biological processes.

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Zebsrer

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: Atoms share or exchange electrons in order to attain a full valence shell of electrons, making the resulting substance chemically stable.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE

kshipps

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Excellent

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