What is the octet rule?

A) Elements form bonds to become isoelectronic with the noble gases.
B) Elements form bonds to avoid becoming isoelectronic with the noble gases.
C) Elements do not form bonds to become isoelectronic with the noble gases.
D) Elements do not form bonds to avoid becoming isoelectronic with the noble gases.

Octet Rule

A chemical rule of thumb that states atoms tend to combine in such a way that each atom has eight electrons in its valence shell, giving it the same electronic configuration as a noble gas.

Isoelectronic

Describes atoms, molecules, or ions that have the same number of electrons and similar electronic structure, but different nuclear charges.