difference between atoms and molecule
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An atom is a smallest undivisible particle while a molecule is made when many atoms combine together .For example when two atoms of Hydrogen and One atom of oxygen combine then a molecule is formed.
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Atom
An atom is the smallest particles of an element, which cannot be separated into a simpler form by chemical reaction.
An atom may or may not exist independently.
Examples - Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O)
Molecule
A molecule is the tiniest particle of an element or compound which has the properties of that element or compound.
A molecule is capable of independent existence.
Examples - Hydrogen molecule (H₂), an Oxygen molecule (O₂), Water molecule (H₂O)
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