For most atoms, when does the configuration of electrons make the atom unreactive?

a. when the atom has moved all of its electrons to its outermost shell
b. When the atom has as many protons as neutrons
c. When the atom achieves a zero net charge
d. When the atom as 8 electrons in its outermost shell


Ans: d. When the atom as 8 electrons in its outermost shell

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