Which of the following is most likely to share electrons with other atoms in joint orbitals?

a. chlorine (7 valence electrons)
b. calcium (2 valence electrons)
c. argon (8 valence electrons)
d. carbon (4 valence electrons)
e. potassium (1 valence electron)


D

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