Question

For all elements, the smallest particle that can exist independently is an atom .do you agree? give reasons.

Answer 1

ya I agree as all the matter in space is made of tiny particle called atom as our universe is also formed by trillion of atoms that take part in the process of fission in big bang theory hope you like my answer please mark ke as brainest

Answer 2

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Answer:

No, I do not agree. An atom is the smallest particle of an element that can take part in a chemical reaction but may or may not exist independently. e.g. atoms of oxygen, chlorine and a few other elements are unstable independently, so they join to form a molecule which is more stable and independent in nature. That's why elements like oxygen and chlorine are generally found as O2 and Cl2. Hence, for all elements, we can not say that the smallest particle 'atom' will always exist independently.

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