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What are the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in outermost shell of an atom? 

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Elements has tendency to react in such a manner that each atom has 8 electrons in its outermost shell, acquiring the similar electronic configuration as an inert gas. So maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in outermost shell is 8.

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