Question

complete the sentence.
atoms form chemical bonds to satisfy the rule and to become

Explanation:

The octet rule states that main-group atoms tend to form bonds to achieve 8 valence electrons, which makes them stable, like noble gases. The other options ("heptate", "decate") are not valid chemical terms for this concept. When atoms satisfy the octet rule, they become chemically stable.

Answer:

First blank: octet
Second blank: stable