Question

Differentiate between an atom and a molecule

Answer 1

Atoms Molecules The tiny particle of a chemical element, which may or may not exist independently is called an atom.Molecules refer to the set of the atoms held together by the bond, indicating the smallest unit of a compound.

 Comprise of Nucleus and electrons. Two or more identical or different atoms bonded chemically. May or may not exist in free state. Exist in free state.

Answer 2

Answer:

ATOM

smallest particle of molecule with no independent existence.

MOLECULES

smallest particle of a substance with independent existence.