Question

for an element , the smallest particle that can exist independently is an atom do you agree? give reason​

Answer 1

Answer:

Yes. When an atom is broken down further, it no longer retains its chemical properties. If the charge of the nucleus (number of protons) changes, the number of electrons needed to neutralize the positive charge of the nucleus is no longer the same, which will change the chemical properties of the atom.

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