Question

question 22 of 28. which of the following tend to take on electrons in order to become stable? a. metalloids b. nonmetals c. noble gases d. metals

Explanation:

Nonmetals have high electronegativity and tend to gain electrons to fill their valence shells, achieving stability by forming negative ions. Metals lose electrons, noble gases are already stable, and metalloids have variable behavior.

Answer:

B. Nonmetals