Which of the following represents the most stable arrangement of electrons?

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All the options describe conditions under which atoms or elements exhibit stability. A) Atoms with completely filled valence shells are stable due to the octet rule. B) Elements on the far right column of the periodic table are the noble gases, which have full valence shells and are very stable. C) Inert gases, which are the noble gases like helium, neon, and argon, have full valence shells and are known for their lack of reactivity, indicating stability. D) Atoms with a total of 2, 10, 18, or 36 electrons have full electron shells or subshells, contributing to their stability.

Which of the Following Represents the Most Stable Arrangement of Electrons