what-is-the-significance-of-the-octet-rule-in-drawing-lewis-dot-structures

Question

What is the significance of the octet rule in drawing Lewis dot structures?

Accepted Answer

It ensures atoms have eight electrons in their valence shell for stability.

Answer

It ensures atoms have eight electrons in their innermost shell for stability.

Answer

It ensures atoms have eight neutrons in their nucleus for stability.

Answer

It ensures atoms have eight protons in their nucleus for stability.