Question

state the difference between an atom and an molecule and an ion by giving example ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Atoms are the smallest unit of matter that can't be broken down chemically. Molecules are groups of two or more atoms that are chemically bonded. Ions are atoms or molecules that have gained or lost one or more of their valence electrons and therefore have a net positive or negative charge.

Answer 2

Answer:

Atom:

An atom is the basic and smallest unit of matter.

example, H, Ne

Molecule:

A molecule is a group of atoms which is electrically neutral.

example, H2 , N2

Ion:

An ion is an atom or molecule having some charge

example. Na *+