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First off, an ion is an atom that is either positively or negatively charged, meaning that it has more electrons than protons, or vice versa. Electrons are negative; protons are positive; neutrons are neutral, hence the name. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus, electrons are in a series of rings around the nucleus. A stable ion is simply an ion whose outermost ring is full. An easy way to visualise this is by picturing a Bohr diagram.
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∙ 8y agoA stable atom has a net charge of 0. In other words, it has an equal number of protons and electrons. The positive protons cancel out the negative electrons. When the number of electrons does not equal the number of protons, the atom is ionized.
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∙ 14y agoWell, it depends on the type of atom. Atoms become stable by becoming an ion (see octet rule), by losing or gaining electrons. If an atom loses an electron, then the charge will be positive and the number of electrons lost will tell how positive. Conversely, if an atom gains an electron, then the charge will be negative.
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∙ 15y agoAn atom which does not fall apart, ever. No radiation will ever come off it, as long as no energy is put into it.
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∙ 15y agoUnstable isotopes are ones that are radioactive. Stable isotopes are ones that are not radioactive.
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∙ 12y agothe answer is i don't know can someone tell me
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∙ 15y agoA stable molecule is a molecule that does not move
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Are atoms more stable when combined?
No. They combine when the compound is more stable. Any system will tend to go toward a more stable state. If a molecule is less stable than the individual atoms there is a good chance it will fall apart.
Are atoms more stable as elements or compounds?
Unless it is an element that has a full valence shell naturally - like neon, krypton, etc. - atoms are incredibly unstable. When a compound is formed the atoms either share or exchange electrons in order to completely fill their valence shells. Unless it is an element that has a full valence shell naturally - like neon, krypton, etc. - atoms are incredibly unstable. When a compound is formed the atoms either share or exchange electrons in order to completely fill their valence shells.
Why do atoms tend to be bonded to other atoms'?
The correct answer is: Atoms are often more stable when bonded to other atoms
In order to fill their outer most shells and become more stable atoms form what?
In order to fill their outer most shells and become more stable atoms form BONDS.
What atom is a stable atom?
Those atoms which are not radiatin alfa, beta or gama rays r cald stabl atoms
The smallest stable units of matter are:?
ATOMS :)
How can you tell which atoms are stable?
The atoms are stable when having the ratio of neutrons to protons that lie on the atom stability line. These stable atoms do not emit radiation as alpha, beta, neutron, or gamma radiation.
Are radioactive atoms stable?
No
Are atoms more stable when combined?
No. They combine when the compound is more stable. Any system will tend to go toward a more stable state. If a molecule is less stable than the individual atoms there is a good chance it will fall apart.
Why do atoms join to other atoms?
To become stable. When the outermost energy field is filled to maximum electrons, the atom is stable.
Are atoms most stable when they have partially filled shells?
no. they are more stable when they have completely filled or half filled shells
When atoms combine to form compound do they become more stable or less stable?
More stable
When atoms bond what do they become?
STABLE
Are atoms more stable as elements or compounds?
Unless it is an element that has a full valence shell naturally - like neon, krypton, etc. - atoms are incredibly unstable. When a compound is formed the atoms either share or exchange electrons in order to completely fill their valence shells. Unless it is an element that has a full valence shell naturally - like neon, krypton, etc. - atoms are incredibly unstable. When a compound is formed the atoms either share or exchange electrons in order to completely fill their valence shells.
What are atoms with a complete or closed outer shell called?
Stable atoms.
Why do some atoms bond with other atoms?
Atoms combine with other atoms to form compound. It makes the atoms stable.
Why do atoms tends to be bonded to other atoms?
The correct answer is: Atoms are often more stable when bonded to other atoms
