Question

the relationship between the number of electrons in an atoms outer shell and the atoms tendency to bond is called the octet rule. what can you infer about the meaning of octet? it refers to negative charges. it refers to sets of eight. it refers to explosive substances. it refers to different states of matter. 19 multiple choice 1 point cations have positive charges. anions have negative charges. what force draws the two together? magnetic attraction ionic attraction electromagnetic attraction electrostatic attraction

Explanation:

1. The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to have eight electrons in their outer - shell. So, "octet" refers to sets of eight.
2. Cations (positively charged ions) and anions (negatively charged ions) are attracted to each other by electrostatic forces which are the forces between charged particles.

Answer:

1. It refers to sets of eight.
2. Electrostatic attraction