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Why do atoms share electrons in covalent bonds?
1. to become ions and attract each other
2. to fill their valence shell
3. to become more polar
4. to increase their atomic numbers

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Answer:

2

Explanation:

Covalent bonding occurs when pairs of electrons are shared by atoms. Atoms will covalently bond with other atoms in order to gain more stability, which is gained by forming a full electron shell. By sharing their outer most (valence) electrons, atoms can fill up their outer electron shell and gain stability.

Answer:

To fill their valance shell and become stable!

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