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What indicates the number of bonds that can be formed by an atom
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The number of bonds an atom can form is indicated by its valence electrons. Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom and are involved in chemical bonding. Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a stable octet (8 valence electrons) or a duet (2 valence electrons) in their outermost shell. This determines the number of bonds they can form.
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