Question

explain in detail how is the structure of a chlorine molecule different from a chlorine atom ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Cl2-A Diatomic Molecule

With seven electrons in its outermost orbit--one electron short of a "stable eight"-- the element chlorine exists in nature as a diatomic molecule. This arrangement allows two chlorine atoms to share their outermost orbit electrons, achieving stability, compared to the single atom.

Answer 2

Answer:

Cl2-A Diatomic Molecule

With seven electrons in its outermost orbit--one electron short of a "stable eight"-- the element chlorine exists in nature as a diatomic molecule. This arrangement allows two chlorine atoms to share their outermost orbit electrons, achieving stability, compared to the single atom.