Why does the octet rule not apply to iron atoms when they bond to other iron atoms?

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17 February, 12:53

Why does the octet rule not apply to iron atoms when they bond to other iron atoms?

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Omari Randall · Answer 1

The answer is they won't bond well with the same element. They can't evenly share valence electrons. The octet rule does not apply to iron atoms when they bond to other iron atoms because t hey won't bond well with the same element. They can't evenly share valence electrons.