Lewis octet rule

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006551",
  "term": "Lewis octet rule",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A chemical principle stating that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons until they are surrounded by eight valence electrons. This configuration typically corresponds to a stable electron arrangement, similar to that of noble gases. Hydrogen and helium are exceptions, satisfying a duet rule with two valence electrons.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "configuration",
    "valence"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1999, 71, 1919. 'Glossary of terms used in theoretical organic chemistry' on page 1949 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199971101919)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/lewis-octet-rule/"
}