In order to follow the octet rule, how many valence electrons do most elements want?
a. 2
b. 4
c. 6
d. 8

What are the similarities of physical and chemical change ?

For each of the compounds below, show that the charges on the ions add up to zero. a. kbr b. cao c. li(2)o d. cacl(2) e. alcl(3)

Which statements are true concerning mineral formation? check all that apply. the slower the cooling, the larger the crystals. the faster the cooling, the smaller the crystals. crystals formed from magma are smaller than crystals formed from lava. minerals can only form in solutions when the solution is heated deep underground. when a solution cools, elements and compounds leave the solution and crystallize as minerals. minerals formed from hot water solutions can form narrow channels in the surrounding rock.