why do the non-metals accept electron readily?
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Nonmetals want to gain electrons because they have more valence electrons than metals, so it is easier for them to gain electrons than lose the valance electrons to fulfill a stable octet. In addition, nonmetals' valance electrons are closer to the nucleus, thus allowing more attraction between the two.
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Nonmetals want to gain electrons because they have more valence electrons than metals, so it is easier for them to gain electrons than lose the valance electrons to fulfill a stable octet. In addition, nonmetals' valance electrons are closer to the nucleus, thus allowing more attraction between the two
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