Question

Out of atoms and molecules, which can exist independently and why?

Answer 1

Answer:

atoms can not exist independently as they are not stable

the outer shell does not have a full shell

molecules can exist independently as they are stable due to the strong covalent bonding

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Molecules can exist independently. However, the atoms of noble gases (He, Ne, Ar, Kr, Xe) can also exist independently.

The basic unit of matter which cannot be broken down into independent particles. Molecule - The smallest particle of a substance which can exist independently and retain properties of the substance. Radical - A group of atoms which acts as a compound and exists independently.