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The question is vague, as shell can mean valence shell or inner shells that can also fit atoms via 'sharing' for transition metals, however, the number of atoms that can fit would determine on the number of electrons and vacant spots available for sharing on the outermost electronic shell. (Assume the question in mind is for covalent bonding; does not apply to ionic bonding.)

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